For a moment yesterday, the distinction between worship and the rest of life disappeared. Upon reflection, and maybe because it was St. Patrick’s Day, I…
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I’m tired. More than just the “I got up at 3am to take my son to the airport” tired (which happened this morning). I’m deep-down…
Leave a CommentI have been reflecting recently on motivation, that which causes us to choose one path over another. We associates, and other church staff members, make…
Leave a CommentThe Rest of Life: Rest, Play, Eating, Studying, Sex from a Kingdom Perspective by Ben Witherington, III My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is…
Leave a CommentPeriodically an associate will come to me with a “can you believe they asked me to do that?” story. I have spoken with youth pastors…
Leave a CommentOn this Presidents’ Day, I find myself reflecting on the leadership of those who have occupied the Oval Office. Often when we think of presidential…
Leave a CommentWe clergy use strong language when we talk about our jobs. Other people talk about becoming doctors, lawyers, teachers, and motorcycle mechanics. We talk about…
Leave a CommentPreached at Wilson United Methodist Church, February 10, 2013 Series:Â The Kingdom Experiment ”“ Part 6 Text:Â Matthew 5:7; Luke 6:27-36 The Mercy Rule Every summer our…
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