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Our Time vs. God’s Time
Does it ever seem to you that God shows up late sometimes? Surely you’ve had it happen to you. In spite of persistent prayer and patient waiting (OK, almost patient), God did not intervene in a...
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From Lifeless to Life-Filled
I was talking to a few aliens the other day–little green guys from outer space–trying to explain some earth-phenomena, since life in their galaxy is so different from ours. First, a bit of...
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The Greater Plan
Twenty-eight years ago today, I sat alone at our kitchen table in a quiet house. It was the first day of school. Each of our three children had been delivered to their classrooms for second, fifth,...
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The True Measure of Success
We’ve all heard the story of Joseph (or seen the musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat). You’ll remember he’s the one who endured years of slavery and prison before his dreams (of...
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When Dreams Begin to Fade
Have you heard or read such statements as these? Dream big! With God you can go as far as you can think or imagine. Faith may not make things easy; but it does make them possible. When God makes a...
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In Patient Hope
Hope. Such a small word for such a big, important concept. Multi-syllable synonyms seem to carry more clout: expectation, assurance, confidence, and conviction offer a few. (Thank you, Dr. Roget.)...
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A Matter of Genius
We’re all familiar with the extraordinary accomplishments of: Beethoven—composing masterful concertos, symphonies and more while deaf Michelangelo—creating over-sized artworks with awe-inspiring...
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The Desires of the Diligent
Tony always loved team sports. In his teens he focused on football, and at the University of Minnesota he distinguished himself as a talented quarterback. But no pro team picked him up after...
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In the Waiting Room
I read the poster, then checked my watch—again. It was time to notify. “Excuse me, but my appointment with Dr. D. was at 10:30 and it is now 11:15.” I spoke in even tones that belied my frustration....
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The Art of Living Well
“Living well [the Christian life] is both a discipline and an art,” wrote Sarah Young [1] . The discipline-part was easy enough to affirm. From experience I know: spiritual practices do enhance the...
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