As fear of COVID-19 and the divisiveness of a presidential election sweep across America, I'm reminded how very political Jesus was in pretty UN-American ways. At a minimum, I believe the Christ invites people of any, or no, religion to a new, incredible way of being human. One marked by togetherness, interdependence, caring for all, … Continue reading The Politics of Christianity
I wonder if you can relate to this: In my mid teens I couldn’t wait to be able to drive. In high school I longed for college. At university I was anxious to graduate, move out of my parents’ house, and get a "real" job. As a single man I couldn’t wait to get married. … Continue reading How “This” is Heaven and “That” is Suffering
Cheers! Even though the Seahawks literally lost to the 49ers in a heartbreaking manner, as we left the game, I told Lisa I felt like we won. In the purity of that moment, I believe my heart was speaking from a bigger and more True place. And, while it's my jam, I'm not talking about … Continue reading Cultivating Heavenly Thoughts to Experience Heavenly Realities
Cheers to you! I struggle with making time to pause, rest, and slow down. Can you relate? Aside from the volume of things that have to be done and what I “think” I have to do, there's SO many people, places, and experiences I want to enjoy. It's super easy for the suitcase of Lisa … Continue reading Minimalism, the Power of the Pause, and Wholehearted Living
Cheers Beloved! My first memories are from Germany. My dad was in the Army, so I lived in Western Germany twice before I turned 12. Growing up in a foreign land, living under the threat of nuclear war, having to stay inside because of Chernobyl, watching soldiers with assault rifles protect my elementary school because of … Continue reading Everyone Belongs, There’s More Than Enough
“Life isn’t fair.” I imagine you’ve heard and possibly said this refrain, but probably in a negative manner to explain why bad things happen when they shouldn’t. YET, what if was True in the most glorious and amazing way? What if we trusted and lived like the Universe was rigged in our favor, God is good … Continue reading How the Gratuitous Goodness of God Will Change Your Life and the World
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