You Have Permission to Be You
Sometimes we need permission. When Jenny and I first met, we were in college. After a year of dating, we […]
Life
Why Pastors Don’t Have to Buy a Powerball Ticket
I don’t have to buy a Powerball ticket. It’s one of the perks of the job–like a good parking spot
Death Needs No Judgment
It’s a dark side of humanity. Our intentions aren’t evil. The habit is likely born of fear. Living in the
A Guide to Surviving the Holidays with Your Family
In theory, it sounds wonderful–all the family gathered around the dinner table enjoying each other’s company at the holidays. In practice,
Why Weight Loss Products Work Sometimes
Weight loss products work…sometimes. Not always. For every Facebook post boasting of great success there are hundreds of people who
We Need More Practice at Life
In days long ago, many professions were called practices and professionals were called practitioners. The custom still remains. My doctor
Five Mistakes Twenty-somethings Make
Twenty-somethings are some of my favorite people. Many of them have grown-up and matured so that they ask serious questions
What Causes You to Flinch
Ten dogs are housed at the animal shelter. You go to pick out a new pet, and one by one
Anxiety: Learn From It Before You Fix It
I want to fix it. Give me a pill. Show me an exercise. Explain to me what I must do
The Ends Don’t Justify the Mean
You are right. You know it. Deep within your soul, there is not a shadow of doubt that you are