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 …
Spiritual
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 …
The Impossible Scenario – “a tale never told”
It leaves me just as bothered, if not angry, today as it did in 2nd grade…He does not address the question that has burned in …
Thoughts on “12 Years a Slave”
“Unbearably heavy” This is the feeling I left the theater with more than a month ago. It has taken me this long to compose myself …
thank God for old Mrs. Hankles
Many of us were taught about apples, floods, giants, whales and a cross during our childhood. Approximately the same number of us received this information …
“The Message” (the Bible in contemporary language)
I truly love the Bible, but for reasons different than one might think. While it is the narrative foundation for my convictions and beliefs, I …
“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 …
of Knowing
I know a lot of things. The same is true of everyone I encounter. A life of schooling, work, reading and general observation has the …
Why I took CHRIST out of Christmas (and feel good about it)
It’s Christmas Eve and I am so excited! Presents are wrapped; Santa is prepared; dinner will be cooking; friends and family will be gathering; cookies …