Insufficient Saviors
I’ve got a savior complex. Anytime I see someone hurting or in need I want to fix it—and them—totally. You might think that’s because I’m a guy and that every…
DESIRE IS THE COMPASS OF VOCATION
Earlier this week my daughter came home from school in tears. She’s been conflicting with her third grade teacher and struggling in math. It’s not new. Anna has been unhappy…
SCRAMBLED THOUGHTS ON SPIRITUALITY
Postmodern Spirituality is potpourri. However, I’m convinced that most people gravitate to one aspect at a time—more yogi, more Pentecostal, more Reformed—they’re just not going to stay that way for…
HOW THE CREATIVE MIND MANIFESTS DEPRESSION AND SELF-LOATHING
A long time ago, in a galaxy far far away, I was an artist. I still am. I’m a poet, a sculptor, a writer, and an ass-kicker. Here’s what…
Am I about to look stupid?
Or is this the single greatest opportunity in the world for me to kick life in the mouth and hold up my fingers like a rock star? A few years…
Psalm 51.10-17
Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me. Do not banish me from your presence, and don’t take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore…
We must be faithful for a long time before we will see lasting results
This letter is for Dave and Leta Howard. Everyone who knows them loves them, and we’re glad to be part of their crew. You believe in other people. Even…
Christ is Lord when he receives our secret obedience
I wrote this letter to my friend, Joe Batchelder, who encourages me every week. One of the things I most appreciate about you is your willingness to help. It…
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