Over the last few years, I’ve come to believe that the 40 days leading up to Easter can be some of the most life-giving, perspective-changing, hope-filled days of the entire year—not just for me, but for you. This is the moment in the church calendar when we get to...
Each January I suggest that, we need to learn to retire a few words from our vocabulary. Why? New words are being introduced into our language all the time. Five years ago we didn’t have man caves, gastropubs, or mash-ups. Well, we did—we just didn’t know what to call...
Of the 7 Deadly Sins, which temptation is most likely to strangle the life from you in the upcoming year? Wait. Let’s back this up. What if the biggest battle you’re going to face in 2016 isn’t even on the list? Wait. Let’s back this up even further. Can you name The...
Maybe this week hasn’t gone as planned. Long lines at the store. Grumpy customers. Only a few gifts under the tree. A misunderstanding with your in-laws. The overcooked meal. Overdraft fees. Late dinner guests. An empty home. The weeks leading up to Christmas are...
One of the great temptations of Christmas is retelling the story as if twinkle lights adorn the room where the Angel appears to Mary. As if the air breathes crisp. As if the stars radiate over the place where Mary gives birth. As if snowflakes dance while Joseph dozes...
