I believe is more than two words. It is a statement that defines who we are as a people or who we are as an individual. I believe cats are cute but snobbish creatures that seek to kill us in our sleep. I believe celery is among the most disgusting tastes. I believe Ronald ReaganContinue reading “In AD 341”
Category Archives: History
Doors
I love doors. I know that’s an odd thing to like. I find the craftsmanship and variety beautiful. Doors also represent hope…something new and exciting on the other side. They may also represent something familiar and inviting. Think of a Christmas wreath hanging on your loved one’s front door. You know that there are amazingContinue reading “Doors”
Donkey Party!
Have you ever been to a donkey party? Most likely, you have, though you may not know it. Donkey Parties were invented in 1887 by Philadelphia resident Charles Zimmerling. The party consisted of a group of guests, a large picture of a donkey, some tails, pins, and a blindfold. LIGHTBULB! Yes, you have been toContinue reading “Donkey Party!”
“Drat and Double-Drat”
I love being a child of the 1980s. Maybe not so much now that I am middle-aged, but it was a wonderful time to grow up. The cartoons were continuous and clean. We rode our bikes with BB guns in tow. We scaled fences, cheered for the Goonies, and rocked to “Don’t Stop Believing.” RonaldContinue reading ““Drat and Double-Drat””
Proximity
It is interesting how much we desire to be relationally close to people but also try hard to be separated from them. (Awkwardly gives cell phone a condemning look.) We allow the busyness of life and often things that are not important to cloud our judgment of what truly is. Proximity is important. Proximity allowsContinue reading “Proximity”
I Hate Discouragement
Life can be extremely discouraging. Discouragement is defined as being in a state of loss of confidence, enthusiasm, or dispiritedness. I would add the loss of hope to that definition. Most often, discouragement comes from situations that are part of being human. It may be a health crisis, challenges in your marriage, worry over kids,Continue reading “I Hate Discouragement”
Live the Life
Do you ever wake up in the morning with the urge to hide? It may be a cold, gloomy winter day, and you just aren’t feeling it. Or it may be a bright sunny day with birds chirping and a warm late spring breeze, and you just aren’t feeling it. We all go through momentsContinue reading “Live the Life”
I’m Back, Baby!
In the words of Frank Costanza, “I’m Back, Baby.” It has been a long time since I have had the opportunity to blog on an ongoing basis. My PhD journey will hopefully close on Jan 11, 2024. My goal next year is to write a weekly blog/devotion based on my sermon series, Lessons from theContinue reading “I’m Back, Baby!”
“Is Anyone Worthy?”
Last night, Sunday, February 12, my wife, oldest son, a group from our church, and I traveled to the campus of Asbury College. We drove 70 min from our home to participate in the amazing move of the Spirit that broke out there during a regular chapel service this past Wednesday. No one seemed toContinue reading ““Is Anyone Worthy?””
The Greatets Day in All the Year
My favorite version of the Christmas Carol, excluding the Muppets, starred Albert Finny in the 1970 musical version titled Scrooge. In this beautiful and energetic rendition, Mr. and Mrs. Fezzywig sing the song “December the 25th”. This song declares it to be the greatest day in all the year…sung in your best British accent. IContinue reading “The Greatets Day in All the Year”
Through Time 