Category Archives: Random Thoughts

I am noticing that the word “courage” is being used a lot in Christian circles today. “More than anything we need courage in this present age!” “We are to stand courageous!” “It takes courage to be a true Christian!” And … Continue reading →

Have you noticed how polarized our world has become? We seem to be drawing battle lines…retreating behind walls…lobbing grenades at our enemies. The middle ground is eroding. The extremes are becoming the norm. And social media algorithms and market-based, crisis-driven, … Continue reading →

As a pastor, I pay close attention when I hear the news of another pastor dealing with depression, struggling with addiction, or falling into moral failure. Unfortunately, the stories happen way too often. The latest involves one of my spiritual … Continue reading →

Most people would agree that 2020 has been a stinker of a year. We gladly bid it farewell. We are hoping that 2021 is better…but there are certainly no guarantees. In fact, the challenges we are currently facing may continue … Continue reading →

We all want happiness…joy…satisfaction. It is craving deep in our soul. Just about every commercial on TV feeds on our desire for the “good life.” So how do you get it? How do you experience it? Is it even possible? … Continue reading →