My Heart Hurts
“Surely what a man does when he is taken off his guard is the best evidence for what sort of man he is.” This morning, …
Quotes
5 More Quotes from Greg DePriest
“Everyone is for me even if they don’t know it, because even those against me are producing character within me.” “The only thing you can contribute …
The Power of Words
“Dad, wanna hear my life song?” I always enjoy conversations with my son. Sometimes, though, we just put on some tunes and sing together as …
Review and Quotes from “Jesus, My Father, the CIA, and Me – a memoir… of sorts”
“I was all kite and no string.” One section of my bookshelf includes books that were given to me, which I have never read. I …
“Starship Troopers” – Robert Anson Heinlein (quotes and a few thoughts)
I read this classic science fiction novel as the suggestion of a friend. While the story itself was somewhat lacking, I truly enjoyed many of …
“The Book Thief” (a collection of quotes and thoughts presented by Death)
“One small thing… …you are going to die.” – Death This opening line sets a uniquely appropriate tone for 2 hours of thought provoking empathy …
Review and Quotes from “Can I Have Joy In My Life?” – R.C. Sproul
“The life of faith is not just about believing that God exists; it is about believing God or trusting God.” I have long appreciated the …
Review and Quotes from “The Alchemist” – Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho wrote The Alchemist in 1988. He believed it was the fulfillment of his purpose in life. Since that time, the book has been translated into …
Revisiting Joy, or at least trying to
I am not a happy person. Now I know that happiness can come and go so let me take it a step further, I am …
I have questions God can’t answer!
This morning I sit pondering what tweaks to my past might have most affected the present more positively. To be sure, even the most minor …