When Herod was questioned by the Magi (Matthew 2:2), he was presented with a choice. He could recognize a greater authority and submit to it or he could seek to maneuver into a position above that authority. He chose the latter and his kingdom … [Continue reading]
#12 in the Sermon on the Mount series I have put off writing about this Beatitude because it is uncomfortable to think about persecution as being part of God's plan for me or my family. I would like to be able to subscribe to the belief that … [Continue reading]
In his essay entitled "Damage" Wendell Berry writes: "In general, I have used my farm carefully. It could be said, I think, that I have improved it more than I have damaged it." This was said in response to a failed attempt to build a pond on a … [Continue reading]
I found this article to be well written and important and decided to repost it. Leaders, you need feedback. But most of us aren't getting it. Why? Because feedback is scary. Let me tell you the story on where this post is coming … [Continue reading]
