May 20 2011
Loved
Heard this song today for the first time on KLOVE radio. Had to share this amazing version of the Good News from Peter Furler with you! Thank you, God, for reaching for me every day. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Tag Archive 'HOPE'
May 12 2011
Running the Race
I watched Chariots of Fire tonight as I “ran” on my elliptical machine (I highly recommend this combination, by the way). I was eager for the running. I had forgotten how deeply stirring was the faith of Eric Liddell. Here are the words he shared in a speech after a race in his beloved Scotland… [...]
Mar 11 2011
…and a little child will lead them.
These images represent joy. They are snapshots of diligence and reward. But most importantly, they are pictures of faith in action! Yesterday, I took Shep on a fishing “trip” to the local YMCA catch and release pond, where I hoped to share a couple of hours or so of good father-son bonding. I suppose my [...]
Feb 24 2011
A Breath of Fresh Life
I hope to get back to regular blog posting this week – maybe even this evening. For now, I hope you will take time to experience the life, power, and hope of these three fantastic current hits from KLOVE (my favorite radio station):
Jan 25 2011
There is hope, Marshall.
My good friend and pastor, Hans Googer, recently posted about his affinity for the music of both Eminem and Andrew Peterson, strongly noting that Peterson sings about the answer to Slim Shady’s ongoing angst and problems. Well, Marshall, just in case you missed Hans’ post, I’ll share here the Peterson video and a video by [...]
Sep 09 2010
REMEMBER
Take to heart the words of Gandhi: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Love. Forgive. Share. Work. Stand. Pray. Witness. Fight. Serve. Give. Live. Proclaim. But don’t burn a Qu’ran.
Sep 08 2010
Real Tools for Real Stepfamilies
I just discovered these great resources today from Ron Deal and Successful Stepfamilies. While I have not read them yet, I have read Ron’s first book, The Smart Stepfamily, and it is fantastic. I have also had the pleasure of hearing him present a message live at a conference, as well as sharing a conversation [...]
Aug 31 2010
Having the Tough Talks: Drugs and Alcohol
(Based on my 8/31 WAFB Parenting 101 interview) When is the right age to start talking with your kids about drugs and alcohol? Whenever a situation presents itself, whether in “real life” or on screen, where the subject of alcohol or drugs makes sense to discuss. In fact, “Intervention” on A&E is a fantastic resource [...]
