Have you ever known things about people that you had to keep to yourself? On Sunday afternoon, May 1, 2011, President Obama and the rest of the National Security Council…
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“Less, But Better”
July 27, 2014Sure, we’re busy, but what are we actually getting done? Rather than getting more done, what about getting the right things done? This is Greg McKeown’s suggestion in his book…
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My Own Blood Never Looked So Good
July 14, 2014(I had my wife take this picture–I want to remember today.) We’re about halfway through 2014. How are you doing on your goals for the year? Pull-ups One of…
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What’s Best About America (& Why I’m Worried)
July 6, 2014(The crowd really gets going at the “rockets’ red glare” part, about 33 seconds in–makes my hair stand up. USA!) [7/8/14 update at 9:36 AM CDT: I’ve slightly edited the…
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Ordination Day
June 2, 2014Today was a red-letter day. I don’t remember my granddaddy baptizing me. I do remember my confirmation, kneeling on the lumpy pad at the communion rail in my little…
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My Low-Tech Secret to Getting Up Early Every Day
May 22, 2014I skipped my 6:00 AM workout this morning for only the 3rd time since December 21, 2013.¹ I’ve been ruthless these past 6 months about getting up early…
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One Simple Step To Your Dream Job 1. Lower your standards and come work for me. Details below. Executive Assistant to Munger Place Pastor This busy position provides administrative support…
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My One Major Problem With the “Noah” Movie
April 3, 2014I loved the first 2 hours of Darren Aronofsky’s Noah. I have no problem with the creative liberties Mr. Aronofsky takes with the source material–in fact I loved his creativity.…
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3 Things I Learned From a Week Without Screens
March 31, 2014As part of our church’s Lenten campaign, my family and I just spent the last week abstaining from screens for purposes of entertainment. (No tv, blogs, streaming video, etc. Unfortunately, I…
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The Problem of the Breaking Bad Pastor
March 21, 2014Question: Is it okay for pastors to get rich by doing the work of ministry? Over at First Things, James Duncan has written a brief essay with a provocative…