Asked which instrument was the most difficult to play, famous conductor Leonard Bernstein thought for a moment and replied, “The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but …
Dig it Again
This is just about the time of year that many guys gloriously fail on their New Year’s Resolutions. So what? Just re-dig.
Dealing with Feelings of Insignificance
Have you ever felt insignificant? Perhaps it’s something someone said to you, the way they looked at you, or the fact that they didn’t even look at you. Have …
Stuck Living in the Past? Try this.
Is there something from your past that you’ve tried to bury away, lock up, and forget? Perhaps you’ve been able to keep it hidden underneath the surface—for the most part—until …
Meeting Jesus in Prison – A Clash of Perspectives
It was a clash of perspectives. I could tell by the disdain being tossed my way that the speaker clearly judged me by my current salary. I silently reminded myself …
The Enjoyment Paradox
Do you want to enjoy life? You need to lean into the enjoyment paradox. Ecclesiastes shows us how. It presents us with two truths that seem to contradict each other but don’t: …
Disciples or Christians?
Theme of the Week: Radical Discipleship Bible Verse: And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Matthew 4:19 ESV Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1 …
Does Saying “Yes” to Jesus Mean Giving It All Away?
“Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me. When the …
Is the Christian Religion Hypocritical or Real?
Theme of the Week: Is the Christian Religion Hypocritical or Real? Bible Verse: “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God ask of you but to fear the Lord …
It’s Time To Stand Up
“Up next, Pastor Mike Gordon!” announced the emcee at Yuk Yuk’s when I was on to do stand-up comedy a few years ago in Toronto. This came after being ripped …