Why I don’t like “Quiet Times” and I “don’t get” prayer (or maybe I do) I’ve always had a hard time with “quiet times” – a Christian way of talking about a daily regimen of Scripture reading and prayer. A time set apart — especially first thing in the morning — to be with…
Two Simple Things Everyone Can Do That Will Make A Difference It’s almost embarrassing to admit, but sometimes in the quest to make a difference and have an impact, I forget the simple things. I get caught up in strategizing, researching, or worrying about what I will say if ________ or do when _______. There’s…
Conversations: On the Train from NJ to NYC Whenever I think about why I do what I do or share with others my vision for life and ministry, I usually think about conversations I have had with others. These real life conversations are where I find my sense of calling and purpose. They also keep…
Go Here Daily: Journaling Journaling always seems like a great idea. I love journals. I love buying journals. I love the feel of the paper and the smooth design that beckons me to believe: I will fill those blank pages with life altering, wise reflections. I will expose my soul and be transformed by this act of…
Daily goals: Battling resistance I have a few goals that I want to keep daily. One is walking at least 10,000 steps, or about 5 miles. Yesterday I was only at about 3500 steps by 5:30pm and the battle began. And I was losing. And I really had no excuses why I should not be…
Amadeus, Starbucks, and turning down life’s volume It was only week two of a two month stretch of back to back trips. A variety of things were happening and I was in a place where my rubber band was stretched as far as it could go. I felt on edge, and to top it off,…
