Speaking Truth in Love The art of thoughtful dialogue is fast becoming a lost commodity among us. Considering opposing viewpoints is increasingly distasteful to many. Read more
Nasty Man Jose was a nasty man. Anybody in town would tell you that. No one wanted to be near him. Not even his wife. Read more
Servants of the Sanctuary, Part 1 Nobody should ever die alone. Yet it happens all the time. Read more
It's All About the Destination So many people have shared with me the phrase, “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey.” My guess is those people have not moved halfway across the country with three kids and three pets in one minivan in two days. After having com... Read more
When Men's Ministries Don't Work Why do women’s ministries flourish while men’s ministries often flounder? As I write this, I’m preparing to present at a men’s fellowship event across the country. I’ve been pondering what might inspire and energize these men to make it worth thei... Read more
Loneliness Defeated I’m lonely, I thought, not at all sure what the word meant or what to do with the feeling that was gnawing at my innards. Read more
The Hound Scan Marcy has cancer — at least that’s what the medical gurus say. It began, most likely, as a small tumor in breast tissue and has expanded to lymph nodes, liver cells and other places identified by scans named after animals. Now her life is all abou... Read more
The Socializing Gospel Earnest voices among us warn about a “social gospel” movement. With good reason. Some well-intentioned Adventists are so committed to good neighborliness they diminish our doctrine or even fundamentals of Christian faith. Read more
