For Such a Time as This

by | Nov 28, 2010 | The Bible, work

When King Solomon got ready to build the Temple, he followed his father’s instructions and wrote to their mutual friend, King Hiram of Tyre. “I’m ready to buy some lumber,” Solomon said. “My dad made a deal with you several years ago,...

Half Way There

by | Nov 21, 2010 | happy endings, mercy

If I live to be 110, I am officially half-way there. And, so far, it has been a fantastic trip. Long sections of my road have meandered through green valleys of good stuff. Other parts have involved hairpin curves and steep inclines where I had to shift into low gear,...

Connections that Matter

by | Nov 14, 2010 | family, Friendship, mercy

I almost stayed home this week. The writers conference in Kansas City always inspires and challenges me. I appreciate the efforts of Mark and Jeannette Littleton and their goal to help us become better writers for the glory of God. But, we weren’t having a good...

The Ring

by | Nov 10, 2010 | family, mercy

I wanted to write about Nola’s second birthday today. Or about the new baby coming to her house soon. Or about Claire, who is turning eight and overcoming great obstacles from her micro-preemie days. I wanted to regale you with my absurdly high hopes for the...

A Hole in the Bucket

by | Nov 8, 2010 | Friendship

I wish I’d been in Portland, Oregon, yesterday. A few hundred people gathered there to remember a man who has impacted thousands. Since I couldn’t go, I’m holding a service on my blog. If you knew Bob Stricker, pull up a chair and swap your own...