In a world of sitting and watching, this video reminds me that we were really made to move. If you have a few minutes, take a look. You'll be glad you did. Then, if you have a few more minutes, let's talk. What interests me about this video is the effect exercise has on one's spirit. According to Dr. Mike Evans, physical exercise can, in some cases, alleviate depression and … [Read more...] about Made to Move
Argument Weary
Ted Kluck (2008) offers a very honest and surprising reflection at the close of a book filled with research, analysis, and argumentation: "It occurs to me, coming to the end of this text, that we’ve no doubt left out a great deal. There were books that went unread, blogs that we couldn’t get to, and conferences we didn’t attend. Those who aren’t inclined to the … [Read more...] about Argument Weary
Preach the Gospel to Yourself
Pastor and writer Tullian Tchividjian reminds us we must preach the gospel to ourselves as an ongoing part of our Christian life. Tchividijian (2012) summarizes the gospel this way: "If God has saved you--if he's given you the faith to believe, and you're now a Christian, if you've transferred trust from your own accomplishments and abilities to Christ's accomplishment on … [Read more...] about Preach the Gospel to Yourself
My 2012 Resolutions
I’m all for resolutions. Resolutions represent possibilities. Resolutions sharpen my focus and provide me with a sense of progress. Resolutions can bud like new leaves, and I make them gladly. Here’s what I’m thinking for this new year… I resolve to read more. My faith and thinking are more robust when I read. I am less cliche. I am more articulate. I am more nuanced. I … [Read more...] about My 2012 Resolutions
One Resolution Worth Making Again
Resolutions come and go. But there's one resolution worth making again and again: Bible reading. What's your plan for reading the Bible this year? Sure, you'll forget. You'll get busy. You'll get behind. But it's still helpful to have a plan for reading the Bible. So what's your plan? Blogger, Justin Taylor, provides a fairly exhaustive list of options in his … [Read more...] about One Resolution Worth Making Again