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The Polarization of Politics

I normally steer clear of politics on my blog, but I really do think I should address the polarization of politics. So no, I’m not going to tell you who I voted for and that if you didn’t also vote for them that you’re wrong; I want to talk about the...

Stuck on a Problem

As a kid, I used to get stuck on math problems from time to time. I’d get so frustrated with it that I’d forget there were other math problems for me to solve, and I wouldn’t move to another one. My mom had to remind me (more than once) that it can...

God’s Glory or Mine?

I heard something from the sermon last night that really stuck out: If there is impotence in our prayer lives, in our families, or in our ministries, maybe it’s because we’re doing it for our glory and not God’s glory. It can often be the case that...

Practicing What You Don’t Like

Lately in church, the choir and orchestra have been practicing for our upcoming Christmas musical. Some of the pieces are much more complicated than we’ve done before, and while we’re getting the hang of it, we know we need a little more practice. A few...

Shining the Light

Jesus called us to take His Gospel – the story of His life, death, resurrection, and why He did the things He did – to everyone in the whole world. When we do this, we need to speak the truth in love, we need to be winsome and kind in the way we present it...

Third Trip to AGCH

(For blogs on the first two trips to the Amazing Grace Children’s Home: Amazing Grace Children’s Home and Second Trip to AGCH) The group on this trip had a great time again with the children in Mexico! I always pick up something new when I’m there,...