Many years ago, sometime during high school, I set out to learn guitar. This was in the days before YouTube, so all I had to work with was an antique book of my dad's. Utilizing that, and eventually the internet, I picked up four or five chords and was feeling pretty good about myself. E... Continue Reading →
God Wants Only Your Good, Even When It Doesn’t Feel That Way
One thing that has surprised me as a parent is how often interactions between my kids and myself mirror my relationship with God. Parenthood really gives you a unique opportunity to be on the flip side of the interaction, where you're now the one trying to work for the good of someone who you love... Continue Reading →
The Faith of Atheism
The extent to which Christians are criticized for their faith always surprises me. In current American culture, and especially in science-based fields like IT, one is viewed as unintelligent or at least ignorant if they believe in any kind of religion. It is automatically assumed that if you find faith to be a credible notion... Continue Reading →
Giving Yourself Permission To Lose
One of the most profound turning points in my life was the moment that I gave myself the permission to lose. Please do not confuse this with apathy or a lack of ambition. It's more of an upfront decision to roll with the punches, coupled with a focused vision on what is worth pursuing. Let... Continue Reading →
Love God and Love People
There are a multitude of verses in the Bible and endless topics of conversation that can be drawn from them. However, we often forget that complexity is not the point. There is a simple message that ties it all together: love God and love people. Below I have recorded the verses that, to me, sum up God's... Continue Reading →
Consider It Pure Joy
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." (James 1:2-4; NIV) What on earth is James talking about? Consider it joy when... Continue Reading →