As we begin another school year, many of us are praying for teachers and students in our communities. Our schools are complex and intricate cultures, and they… Read more “The First Day of School, and the Faith-Driven Influence of Mister Rogers”
Category: Current Events
Our Young People Truly are Under Attack
So it appears that some college students are “shaking” at the thought of the Vice-President speaking at their school. Now…regardless of your politics, something is dreadfully, terribly… Read more “Our Young People Truly are Under Attack”
The Electoral College is as American as Baseball
The object of baseball is simple: hit the ball and score runs. If a team does these things well enough, they might get to the World Series,… Read more “The Electoral College is as American as Baseball”
An Eternal Citizenship
This week I attended the Right Now conference in beautiful Dallas, Texas with others from my church. There was a lot of good things discussed there, but… Read more “An Eternal Citizenship”
Four Ways to Focus On That Which We Can Control
Today is one of those days when the world feels out of control. Judge Brett Kavanaugh and his chances of getting on the Supreme Court are all… Read more “Four Ways to Focus On That Which We Can Control”
Our Manipulated Society and the Two Minutes Hate
“For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” – II Timothy 1:7 If you… Read more “Our Manipulated Society and the Two Minutes Hate”
Top Ten Martin Luther Quotes
As we celebrate #Reformation Day, I can’t help but to be thankful for those such as Luther who lived with a willingness to walk out into the… Read more “Top Ten Martin Luther Quotes”
God of My Tears
You have kept count of my tossings; put my tears in your bottle. Are they not in your book? – Psalm 56:8 In Southeast Texas, the last… Read more “God of My Tears”
#HelloSeptember
September is a new hope, a fresh beginning. Gentle rain moves in early, cleansing the air of lingering summer as life settles back to a familiar rhythm.… Read more “#HelloSeptember”
Kurt Warner – A Hall of Fame Kinda Guy
hIn 1999, the St. Louis Rams were a bottom rung team led by Dick Vermeil, a coach who had walked away from football in 1982, only to… Read more “Kurt Warner – A Hall of Fame Kinda Guy”
How Quickly They Begin: The True Meaning of Commencement
As we move merrily through the month of May, we enter the season of flowers blooming, students graduating, and thoughts of growth. These days are filled with change,… Read more “How Quickly They Begin: The True Meaning of Commencement”
The Knives Are Out…
I’ve written about the peculiar Christian practice of arguing over films before, and find it interesting that we as Christians are so ready to pull out the knives and… Read more “The Knives Are Out…”
In A Time of Turmoil, It’s Time to Refocus.
The lines are drawn. Headlines are swirling. People are doing all they can to get their thoughts out there as fact fades into opinion then into bias then… Read more “In A Time of Turmoil, It’s Time to Refocus.”
The Smooth Transition of Power
In the late 1700’s, We The People got the idea that we were tired of being ruled by the British Monarchy and wanted a different option, and… Read more “The Smooth Transition of Power”
10 Scriptures to Pray for Our Nation and Our Leaders
As our nation finds itself in yet another highly divisive election season, our tendency can be to draw firm lines between ourselves based on which candidates we support,… Read more “10 Scriptures to Pray for Our Nation and Our Leaders”
Know Your Enemy
As we walk through the carnage of a week of bloodshed and violence, many of us are simply stunned. Many of us are looking for someone to blame,… Read more “Know Your Enemy”
The Internet Pitchfork Mob; How Should We Respond to Current Events on Social Media?
Social media is a remarkable tool. It allows us to communicate anything we want with anyone in the world who is paying attention. Add a trending hashtag… Read more “The Internet Pitchfork Mob; How Should We Respond to Current Events on Social Media?”
The Floods Engulf Me
This morning I woke up to find that my city was underwater, and when we find ourselves engulfed in a raging flood, it can be easy to lose hope.
Beverly Cleary Turns 100.Why it Matters to Me.
As Beverly Cleary celebrates 100 years, I reflect not only on how much the world has changed over the last century, but also on how much it has remained the same. The characters she created so many years ago still resonate strongly with children today, and hold a special place for many of us who grew up reading about them.
Drop the Blanket – Pick up your Shirt!
Not long ago I posted an observation I had about the Charlie Brown Christmas special, and how Linus drops his blanket during his recitation of Scripture, exactly… Read more “Drop the Blanket – Pick up your Shirt!”
