Often I'm asked the question, "Why do I care about injustices perpetrated against Black people in America, and why do I speak and write about these issues so frequently?" My answer is that we would all do well to care about what happens to our fellow citizens, because what happens to one impacts the lives … Continue reading Why issues of inequality should matter to all of us
I listened intently this morning as Attorney Ben Crump described the disposition of Tyre Nichols' mother after his beating death at the hands of five Memphis cops. "She believes her son was sent here on a mission from God." Crump lamented, "She has to believe this in order to cope with what happened to her … Continue reading The beautiful soul and senseless death of Tyre Nichols
So I've got a lot to do in coming weeks, besides keeping up with posting useful and interesting content. So I'm trying to be more proactive in managing my time. Here is some helpful information I'm looking to utilize in getting more accomplished. Maybe it will help you as well. Time management is a crucial … Continue reading Ain’t nobody got time for that
I keep a book on my desk that I pick up periodically. In its pages I find encouragement, information, and often just wonder at the depth of knowledge that is to be found in nature and in the world. The book is The Tree of Meaning: Language, mind and ecology by Robert Bringhurst. The work … Continue reading Robert Bringhurst and ‘The Tree of Meaning’
I am a Christian, but as I continue on my faith journey I'm learning to appreciate other expressions of spirituality and disciplines of the mind, body, and soul. Spirituality is an essential aspect of human life that helps us connect with something greater than ourselves, find meaning and purpose, and navigate through the challenges of … Continue reading On practicing healthy spirituality… Ten practical ways to cultivate your spiritual life.
I’m a little over halfway through my copy of Pastor Tim Estes’s inaugural book The Grace Morph, and I find every page compellingly helpful and easy to read. Although some readers may cringe at the overabundance of exclamation points, I believe this speaks to the passion with which Tim writes about a subject he is … Continue reading Mighty Morphing Message! A review of ‘The Grace Morph’ by Tim Estes.
The Holidays in my family often offer opportunities for conversations about topics other families probably are wise to avoid. It has been a year since our dad passed away, and now me and my siblings are all adults, with me (the youngest) turning 52 this year. My two older brothers, my sister, and my nieces … Continue reading How good do I have to be to get into Heaven?
I grew up in the American South, which has a culture that is based in honor and shame. This simply means that the culture is informed by the judgments of the family, the church, and other institutions that provide guidance for individual behavior. In many ways this can prove harmful to individuals who are outliers … Continue reading Ten reasons why living in shame will derail your life.
When Trump runs again The truth will still not be his friend MAGA’s will rejoice Election deniers with amplified voice and vitriol Will once again answer Trump’s beck and call Divisions will widen and the poor will bear the brunt Of the masquerading white nationalist front When Trump runs again When Trump runs again What … Continue reading When Trump runs again. A hymn of lament and resolve.
Before GPS and modern maps humanity was reliant on landmarks to guide them as they traveled. Landmarks, those easily seen and recognizable features of the landscape, natural or constructed that helped travelers understand where they were in relation to where they were going. Steve Spears was a landmark in my life. This morning Pastor Spears … Continue reading The Old Landmark. Remembering Pastor Steve Spears.
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