Category Archives: On my mind

Now that you’re gone

Now that you’re gone
“It’s not what happens when you’re here, its what happens when you’re not – that is the mark of a true leader.” I’ve taken that admonition to heart, whether it’s at work – when bringing up new staff – or in my ministry. It’s true on an organizational level, but also true for eternity. Gene…
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Prayer Lottery

Prayer Lottery
Prayer is such a mystery to me. Sometimes God chooses to intervene and change events based on my request. And then sometimes He doesn’t. But God always acts according to His will, so when does He answer prayer? I’ve previously used the analogy that God is not a vending machine – that if we ask the…
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Orange Blossoms

Orange Blossoms
The scent of orange blossom surrounds me as I sit on my patio. The flowers have suddenly burst into bloom throughout the neighborhood and their fragrance permeates everywhere. The beautiful white flowers turn into fruit, which, in a few months, will add nutrition and goodness to my meals. Curiously, there are still healthy fruit maturing from last season…
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What’s on your shelf?

What’s on your shelf?
One of the things I love to do when I’m at church is check out the tables at our bookstore. The two I’m most interested in are the top sellers and staff picks. I like knowing where the cultural wind is blowing in the Christian community at large – and what in particular my leaders…
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