The Incredibles is ostensibly a movie about a family of superheroes, but in many ways, it’s a movie about surviving … More
Category: Jesus
On Bee Stings and Bodies
I stepped on a bee walking across my lawn the other day. The stinger itself was miniscule – slender and … More
Foundations
When we were first married, we lived in a little house. One of its quirks was that there’d always be … More
Mary, Martha, and A Call to Simplicity
Mary and Martha were known (and named) for their hospitality. Can you imagine the privilege of keeping the Son of … More
Things I’ve Learned About Hospitality
Being hospitable takes work. It is also incredibly rewarding. But sometimes it is a little overwhelming to actually get started. … More
List making and Interruptions
There are people who love lists. And there is the rest of humanity. I love lists on crisp lined paper … More
On Toddlers and Following
Toddlers are not known for their willingness to submit. Have you ever watched a toddler straining against his mother’s hand? … More
The Promise of Presence
Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence? If I ascend to heaven, … More
Caring for Each Other
There was once a preacher at a little congregation in Knott, Texas. He studied with the members there, visited their … More
Planks Out First
The eye is a magnificently complex and delicate thing. So many intricate parts work together to provide sight and stimulation … More