My last post (“What is God doing in your life lately”?) occasioned a small but active discussion group (outside of the blog medium). In the course of the discussion an old friend asked “What about …
What is God doing in your life lately?
Years ago I was running through the forest with one of my running buddies. He was a young man, full of enthusiasm about his faith. As we were running and there was a lull in the conversation he …
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Spiritual health for dummies
One of my favorite football quotes came at halftime when my beloved Nebraska Cornhuskers were leaving the field after playing a lackluster (and losing) first half. The sportscaster who cornered …
God must really suck at communication.
In the four decades I have belonged to Jesus I have heard one theme repeated over and over with an amazing consistency. God really sucks at communication. No, that isn’t a quote. But I believe it …
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I love you. No.
A few days ago I saw a facebook entry from my daughter recounting a conversation with her son. Mommy: Eat Peyton. Peyton: I yav you too.Mommy: I love you too Peyton, now please eat. Peyton: I yav …
Marriage and ultrarunning–both endurance events.
Years ago I was talking with someone about ultra-running, a sport I had taken up and enjoyed (until my knees rebelled against me!). He asked, "what is the longest race you've ever run"? At the time, …
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