Restore Your Soul for Advent
Each year during the Advent season I pick a character from the nativity scene to spend some time reading about in scripture while praying and listening to the Lord.
God Cares for Your Emotions (Psalm 139)
Many Christians are stunted in their spiritual growth because they don’t understand or express their deep emotions and desires. As pastors, ministry leaders, caregivers, or…
You’re Not Rejected at the Communion Table
Sometimes I go to monasteries for spiritual retreats and attend some of the prayer services with the Catholic monks where they chant the Psalms. One…
Breaking Secret Agreements – Collusions
Unconscious collusions in relationships harm people in families, friendships, church staffs, and work partnerships. In this case “collusion” does not refer to a conspiracy or…
To Please the Lord: Live by Grace, Not Anxiety
There are two integrated movements that define my life: meditating on Jesus and obeying his words. Meditating on God’s Word is joyful intimacy with Jesus.…
I Awoke at 4:30 am into a God-Adventure!
It was 4:30 am and I couldn’t get back to sleep. I tossed and turned. I meditated on Bible passages, but my heart wasn’t engaging…
When Jesus Calls
Christ came to meet me in the garden of my soul, but I was busy. He was longing to share fragrances of love with me,…
Humbled by Boston Marathon Heat
I stood at the start line of the Boston Marathon poised and ready to go. I had dreamed of running this race since I ran…
A Boston Marathon Kiss!
As I approached mile 13 of the Boston Marathon, I heard an incredible wall of sound. I couldn’t see it because of the trees and…
Don’t be Nibbled to Death!
As pastors and ministry leaders, we’re prone to give too much of ourselves, to do too much and try too hard. Its the same for…
Run Easy
“You make it look easy” a neighbor said as I ran by. “Thanks! I’m having fun,” I replied. “Have a great day!” I was doing…
Run Through Your Wall
On April 16th I’m running the Boston Marathon. This is a lifetime dream come true for me! How I did it is a great lesson…
