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Short essays on faith, story and the craft of telling the truth well — published several times a month.
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What’s Good
God said, “Let there be light,” and light exploded into existence. God evaluated the light and saw that it was perfect according to his plan, and he made the light…
Enough
How much do I need to be satisfied? I don’t know. I just know I want more. Why? Mainly because advertising makes me aware of all the things I deserve but don’t have.
Measuring Up
Growing up, I made grades that were good enough to earn ridicule at times for being the teacher’s pet.
When the Battle’s Over
Jesus looked up and cried out, “It is finished,” then slumped lifeless on the cross. The battle was over.
The Christmas Story (Part 4 of 4)
Search for the King While keeping the camels, Gaspar longs to be like the two wise men who study the stars.
The Christmas Story (Part 3 of 4)
Wedding Fiasco In the wedding festivities, Joseph wants everybody to know he and Mary are a blessed couple, but he must be careful not to say too much.
The Christmas Story (Part 2 of 4)
Pursuit of Proof Mary wants to bring evidence from the house of Zechariah that will prove the miraculous nature of Mary’s pregnancy, but what will she do if the angel’s…
The Christmas Story (Part 1 of 4)
A Virgin’s Dream In Nazareth, betrothed to Joseph, Mary anticipates the blessing of getting married and having a family.
Thanksgiving
Of all the holidays, this is my favorite. Halloween is over, thank God, and Christmas is just around the corner. As a kid, I was thankful for no school and lots of food.
Up and Down
In the 1940s, we didn’t have Interstates that cut through the hills and raised the valleys. The roads went up and down like waves on the high seas.
Hearing God’s Voice
My mother used to say I had “convenient hearing.” She thought I was only hearing what I wanted to hear, ignoring the rest.
The Lies We Believe
One of the most self-revealing class series I’ve taught in church was based on the book The Lies We Believe by Dr. Chris Thurman.