On March 11, 1995 at the Lake Geneva Retreat Center, my life turned upside down. I had no idea where He’d take me or what I’d end up doing. All I knew was that if He was real, if His grace was real, then giving my WHOLE LIFE…
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What to do when you don't know what to do
This past week I spoke to our church on the topic of suffering. Exciting right? :) The thing is, we all go through seasons that are confusing, that are difficult, that we don't agree with, that feel impossible. Those moments where in the middle of the darkness you wonder, "God…
Pornography and Why You Are Not Alone.
There was a day when this post would be directed at just the men, but that day is long gone. Unfortunately, this is for all people regardless of gender or age. Let me start by saying that I firmly believe that God created you to make an impact. To live…
Go for consistency before you add complexity.
It seems that the intention to change occurs with something that resembles the following sequence: Frustration with current and past decisions A decision is made to make some different choices going forward An incredibly complex, impossible course of action is laid out This lasts for 48 hours Return to previous…
Never mistake motion for action
"Never mistake motion for action." Ernest Hemingway Fall is crazy. Just when you're getting used to the summer breezes, lazy evenings and cookouts, September comes along and slaps you back into reality. -School supplies -Practices -Email piling up -Curriculum meetings -Orientations -Coworkers back from vacation (which means more meetings and…
Disturb Us
This poem is above my desk and has been for years. It's a constant reminder to remain uncomfortable, embrace tension, and push into the future. If you've read it before, let it be a fresh reminder. If it's new to you, let me introduce you to Sir Francis Drake. Disturb…