This story begins over 25 years ago. Jill and Christine teamed up to give my wife a cup of their sourdough starter, a special glass jar, instructions on how to care for and nurture this living liquid and, if I’m... Read More
I have special ignition key on my desktop. It has been there for a few weeks but I haven’t had a chance to try and start something. The key sits right under my desk lamp that has a fish shaped... Read More
I freely admit that I’m a former (some say recovering) English major. As a former English major there are certain phrases or uses of language that just hurt my ears. Like, well, the over use of “like.” Like incorrectly ordered... Read More
My home church has developed an online presence to meet the changes in ministry due to COVID-19. I was recently asked to speak for a few moments about my own “thrill of hope for 2021.” To give a context for... Read More
At our house this is the time of year I begin to fret and fuss. No, not about the piles of snow or lack of winter sunlight. It is just that I seem to need to work up a certain... Read More
By God’s clock, our day starts with rest. You are never more vulnerable than when you are drooling into your pillow, but you are also never more reliant on God’s provision and protection.. David points out in Ps 127:1-2... Read More
We try to make changes in our lives and often assume that good things will instantly follow without any further work on our part, but the truth is that each day we need to make a conscious decision to eliminate... Read More
God's love is critical for a strong marriage, more critical than great hair and perfect makeup - remember that your baptism covers your whole life.... Read More
How to deal with all of the adversity and chaos of COVID-19, racial inequality, political unrest happening right now. Don't waste the isolation and forced change.... Read More