The men’s relay last night was one of the best races I’ve ever seen. I’m sitting in my living room in Catoosa, Oklahoma screaming as if I’m there in China. That is why we watch the Olympics. Speaking of the Olympics, I’d like to qualify for the 2012 games, but I’m not sure which sport […]
Archives for 2008
Hard to Spin
Last week, while at church camp, Caleb (age 7) was asked in a small group what character in the Bible he’d most like to be. His response: Peter. When asked why, he said, “Because he got to cut a guy’s ear off.” I’m not sure how I can spin this positively except to say: 1. […]
August 6, 2008 by 3 Comments
Good Reads
Here are several books I’ve just read or am about to finish. 1. What Would Jesus Deconstruct? I loved this book. Caputo is sharp, funny, and able to explain deconstruction in a constructive way. 2. The Reason for God. This is a great book for me to read. I’m a doubter and every so often […]
August 5, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Back in the Pool
After a nice July full of down time on multiple fronts, it’s time to start blogging again. In July we went to Austin to see my family and then on to Gulf Shores, Alabama for some beach time. On the way, we ate Prejeans, one of my favorite restaurants of all time. Heather has some […]
August 4, 2008 by 3 Comments
Deep Breath
I’m taking a couple of weeks off from the blog. See you in late July.
June 30, 2008 by 8 Comments
Unintentional Nondiscipleship
I’ve got a new piece called “Unintentional Nondiscipleship” up at Wineskins. Check it out. Come back here and leave a comment if you want to discuss further.
June 24, 2008 by 11 Comments
Nemesis Required
Rusty sent me a link to this post from craigslist. It’s a great idea. Nemesis required. 6-month project with possibility to extend I’ve been trying to think of ways to spice up my life. I’m 35 years old, happily married with two kids and I have a good job in insurance. But somethings missing. I […]
June 20, 2008 by 2 Comments
UnChristian: Antihomosexual?
Check out this interview with David Kinnaman, author of unChristian, over at New Wineskins. At the bottom of the interview, you can find links to several teachings I’ve recently done that are based on the research in the book. The series is still in progress. My favorite so far has been They Say We’re Antihomosexual.
June 18, 2008 by 4 Comments
Summer Music
Looking for some good summer music? Check out Safetysuit. Amazon.com Widgets
June 17, 2008 by Leave a Comment
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