Spiritual Lobotomy
I recently heard a Christian speaker say, “Thinking is the devil’s territory; I just want to experience God.” He continued, “Hearing God is a totally …
The heart
The Nearly Damnable Danger of “I’d Never Do That”
I used to work for a company that created software for publishers. It handled mail orders that were accompanied by checks, cash, or credit card …
The Insidious Temptations of Modern Christian Publishing
A few weeks ago I had lunch with a friend who has five terrific kids and a great—almost fairy tale—family life. His kids seem to smile while they …
Confessions of a Man with a Sick Identity
My wife Carla almost died on our honeymoon. Traveling to Colorado for a two week vacation, we spent Sunday night in Iowa. The next morning Carla …
Risk 3: Where do we rest our hearts?
My son David recently married “the girl next door” (almost literally), and the reception was at our house. The day before the wedding, my sons and I …
Risk 2: The Deep Heart Nature of Risk
Some people seem naturally courageous, like their DNA was infused with risk at birth. And others seem born afraid of their shadows. Is this true? Are …
Pouring out our hearts to God
When we are taught to pray, many of us are taught about praise, thanksgiving, confession, etc. But the Psalms show—and we see it in …
God is after our hearts
What is God doing about all the junk that constantly crops up in our lives? Why doesn’t he just fix it! (For David Guyor, who requested a …
Strength to face the day
Where do we find strength to face the day? When outside circumstances are great, it is easy. But where do we get strength to face the day when …