The topic that you hear discussed everywhere is the state of our American economy. The DOW has declined about 30% in the last 6 weeks. Major corporations like GM and Chrysler are weeks from bankruptcy. Right across the street from… Continue reading

People were everywhere in our house for the last few days. A pile of shoes, large and small, was just inside our front door. Every room overflowed with bags, clothes, and coats. Who were these people? Our family! They came… Continue reading

Reading that title line you’re likely thinking, ‘what the rush? Let’s just enjoy the holiday.’ You’re right. But, living ‘in the moment’ has a limit and we all need to keep in mind that today forms tomorrow’s foundation. How you… Continue reading

I visited Israel a few years ago, spending 10 days there. But, I’ll be the first to tell you that despite having a marginally better understanding of that complex country, I really don’t know much about it at all. I… Continue reading

Yesterday, for about an hour, I was simply swallowed by grief. The pain of my own life coupled with the difficulties of so many in my pastoral care merged to become one big ache in my soul. And, I’ll admit,… Continue reading

A few days ago I met a family while they were shopping in a local store. Their third grader, a pretty blonde, spotted a DVD she wanted and announced, “I want that.” Her father smiled at her and said, “You’ll… Continue reading

America’s biggest challenge today is not economic. It is spiritual! We are nation of irresponsible, pleasure loving, ‘live for today’ people who refuse to grow up and face the consequences of a four decade binge of self-indulgence. We insist that… Continue reading

This thought is one from the archives! As I was doing some Christmas shopping yesterday, I remembered this one and thought it would be appropriate to share it again with you. Each time I publish it, there are reader comments… Continue reading

“I don’t need church to worship God,” is a phrase often heard from sincere Believers. “I find the Spirit in _______” and that blank is filled in with myriad things. While I agree that worship certainly happens in many places… Continue reading

There are people I love that are not my friends. If they need anything I can provide, I will do my best for them. If they are in a difficult place, I will offer my help. But, for various reasons,… Continue reading