I continue to be amazed at the obscure stats that are now a regular part of most sports broadcasting. Athlete Q leads in homeruns while chewing spearmint instead of wintergreen gum! Swimmer X once raced against a dolphin, and won! It was refreshing that the summer Olympic games, just concluded, tried to use some of … Continue reading Stats and Stories
This video recently appeared on Facebook, and while I rarely click on any of the hundreds of video links posted, this one caught my attention. So, I clicked, and was rewarded with a 1 minute visual parable. Let me start by saying that, just like with any parable or metaphor, the part of your brain … Continue reading Three bears and a ladder – a parable of grace
Many of you probably know about the blog site “Internet Monk”, but it has been a recent discovery of mine. While it is not my intent to simply be a re-poster of the works of others, I am always delighted to share insights and resources that I think will be helpful. Today's posting from the … Continue reading Just passing through…
This is a re-post from "The Brook Network". I am very interested in the work Mel Lawrenz is doing on spiritual influence. Mel is the Minister-at-Large from Elmbrook Church. http://www.thebrooknetwork.org/about/ What Does God Require? by Mel Lawrenz All of us wrestle with the expectations that other people have of us. The only expectations that matter, ultimately, are God's … Continue reading What does God require?
Everyone would like a fresh start! At some point in our lives, we all would like the opportunity to begin again. Whether in something as complex as rebuilding a broken relationship or as simple as a "do-over" in a child's game, getting a fresh start is an experience we long for. And it is always … Continue reading Fresh Start
From "The Influence Project" - by Mel Lawrenz A great reminder that obstacles and set backs do not define us. Insights from the life of William Carey.
AN ENCOURAGING WORD 