Zsa Zsa

There are at least seven former preachers who attend the congregation I work with. One of them gave me nine boxes of old books the other day. I’ve sorted through four. Obviously, someone else has claimed all of the commentaries. But there have been a couple of good finds so far. [...]

I’m So Vain

You know God is doing some neat things in your church when services like “Budget Sunday” and “Elder Installation” are exciting. God is really growing a healthy group of shepherds here (in my opinion). This Sunday He gave us three more shepherds. I’m excited to see how each one will help this flock [...]

Church at School

I’m leading two “Going Deeper with God” groups in my congregation right now. Each group meets once every two weeks; one meets on Monday nights (about 20 of us), while the other meets Wednesdays at noon (10 of us). We’re exploring different ways of connecting with God, and being mindful of His presence [...]

Hitting the Links

I don’t have much to say today. My family has the flu - and I’m really hoping I won’t get it. So I’m using all of my mental and physical capabilities (which is not much) on not getting sick! (And on caring for them of course)
So, here are links to what a few [...]

Nice Mustache

Brenda Hughes sent me the link to this video. You gotta love it. You can see here that I wasn’t the only one who dressed way cool in the ‘80s. (Then again, I was just a teenager who didn’t know any better!)
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On the Schoolyard Justice dilemma: We decided to give Caleb [...]

Schoolyard Justice

My wife and I need you to solve an argument for us. (But beware - if you choose her side, I’ll erase your comments!) A while back, my 2nd grade son came home with a problem. There had been a boy at recess who was bullying him. Specifically, the bully kept [...]

That’s How I Rolled

What was your favorite ’80s outfit? I had two favorites. One of my best friends, Chad, and I both had black parachute pants with a matching red, white and black sleeveless jacket. We bought them separately. But when we discovered it, we weren’t disappointed. Rather, we decided to wear them [...]

People Who Cry

It’s good for me to remember that some people cry a lot. Their lives are difficult. They’ve experienced many painful moments.
When I’m tempted to whine about being forgotten, or corrected, or mistreated in some minor way, it’s good for me to remember people who have a lot to cry about.
When I begin to [...]

Get Well Soon

I recently had a long conversation with a young preacher who was really discouraged. I have a lot of love and respect for this man. He and his wife have gladly put a lot of energy and prayer and work into their local congregation. He deeply loves the Lord and the flock. [...]

T Town

I love the month of March. Two great things happen then: March Madness (college basketball) and the Tulsa Workshop.

Will any of you be at the Workshop this year? Maybe we should have a bloggers get together. I nominate Heather Thornton (Queen Blogger) to organize that!
What are your favorite things about the Workshop? [...]