Archive for January, 2009

You Don’t Know the Half of It

Friday, January 30th, 2009

Sometimes life’s little surprises aren’t little. Read more at Out There.

Super Bowl Issue Pro and Con

Thursday, January 29th, 2009

See Snapshots for a letter of criticism about the issue, and my response.

Aluminum Foil Faith

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

Could something as common as a sandwich wrapping once have been more valuable than gold? Read more at Out There.

God’s Generous Giving

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

The middle of a recession seems to be the sensible time to cut back or cut out God, many people believe. But tithing sometimes makes the most sense when less money is coming in to the family budget. See Midlife Musings.

Renewed Appreciation

Monday, January 12th, 2009

A burst of back pain, even someone else’s, can give you a whole new perspective on simple blessings. Read more at Out There.

Facing Up to Facebook

Monday, January 12th, 2009

Social networking sites provide a welcome technology in finding out what’s happening with friends and relatives. They also can be an exasperating exercise in egotism. See Midlife Musings.

A Great Resolution

Thursday, January 8th, 2009

Each new year is an opportunity to chart a course for personal Bible study. Ken Barney’s experience as a World War II POW bears out the value of that resolution. Read more at Out There.

Farewell to a Man of Prayer

Monday, January 5th, 2009

Despite our advanced technology, no surgery is ever routine. I’m grateful I had the privilege to know Larry Mather before his unexpected death on New Year’s Day. See Midlife Musings.

Is Tradition a Good Thing?

Thursday, January 1st, 2009

More at Snapshots.