“Evan Almighty” has been one of my family’s favorite movies for quite a while. If you’ve never seen this heartwarming family film about God (Morgan Freeman) choosing a modern day Noah named Evan Baxter (Steve Carell), you really should watch it. Through a wild adventure with God, his wife and Read more…
(Photos and collage compliments of Sandra “Sam” Morris, who embodied the spirit of this post as well as anyone I know, and who created this very photo collage as a loving welcome gift to me for my first office in Baton Rouge.) Of all the forms of hatred, violence, and Read more…
What is your favorite part of the Christmas season? I know there are significant elements of the holiday season that are irritating or even downright painful for some. But for many of us, there are so many special layers to the Christmas season. What’s your favorite? The food? The time Read more…
The tips I shared for leading your family forward after the damage and chaos of Hurricane Gustav seem just as relevant, and perhaps more important, in helping with moving forward after the Great Flood of 2016. I have added a few updated comments in parentheses to the original posting. I Read more…
I have recently re-engaged the Facebook world, after taking a few years away from it. (Today is not the day to explain that sentence, but perhaps I will do so soon.) At the time of this writing, it seems my feed is flooded with impassioned posts regarding: gun control, LGBT Read more…
Whatever your reasons, I know you are already considering seeking some kind of guidance or encouragement from me – you’re reading my blog post. So, I think it’s safe to assume you (and probably several others you know) could use some inspiration and direction. Given that, here are five reasons to consider bringing me to speak to you and your people in your church, school, or other organizational community.
“Okay, everyone – raise your hands if you think parades are fun!” Yes, it’ Mardi Gras time down here in Cajun Country. And, truth be told, my family and I are not really into the whole parade scene. But they do certainly represent high energy fun in a very special Read more…
This is not a post about regret or blame. Let’s be clear up front. It’s about encouraging fathers to seize the day and share your knowledge, wisdom, experience – share your self – with your teens while they are still teens and you still have this golden window of opportunity. Read more…
This is a week when many of us get serious about considering what changes we want to make in our lives. There’s just something about starting a new year that gives us fresh hope and fresh motivation. Unfortunately, many people are quickly discouraged by their “New Year’s Resolution” failures, and Read more…
I was reminded last night of the rich blessing of hospitality. Not just the blessing of being welcomed into a home. But being welcomed into a conversation. Welcomed into someone’s world. Welcomed into their heart. And having someone share their world and heart with you in return through meaningful conversation. Read more…