(A.W. Tozer has written a number of books which I have found helpful, convicting, and inspiring. Another very good writer, Margaret Feinberg, recently posted a series on her blog entitled, “Tuesdays with Tozer.” Each post contained a quote from Tozer and then Feinberg’s reflections on that quote. You can find Margaret Feinberg’s blog here. You… Continue reading Tuesdays With Tozer (Guest Writer–Margaret Feinberg)
Category: Spiritual Disciplines
Strengthening the Soul (4)
The photograph to the right has become one of the best known pictures in US history. The photograph became famous because of Lee Harvey Oswald, alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy. The picture was taken as Oswald was being gunned down by Jack Ruby, a Dallas nightclub owner. This took place on a Sunday… Continue reading Strengthening the Soul (4)
Strengthening the Soul (3)
“The unexamined life is not worth living.” As I recall, Socrates said this at his trial for heresy. Socrates was on trial for encouraging his students to challenge the accepted beliefs of their day and instead think for themselves. Fast forward to 2010. The alarm clock rings. It is the beginning of a new day.… Continue reading Strengthening the Soul (3)
Strengthening the Soul (2)
I really needed to slow down. In fact, I needed to stop. Just two weeks ago, I was in Ruth Haley Barton’s class, “Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership” at Wheaton College. The class was not only lecture but included times for prayer, worship, and silence. It was an opportunity to slow down. In fact,… Continue reading Strengthening the Soul (2)
Strengthening the Soul (1)
Last week, I was in Chicago for a three-day class at Wheaton College with Ruth Haley Barton, author of Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership. The class was great. It was an opportunity not only to listen to Barton but to reflect on my life and relationship with God. There were wonderful times of silence,… Continue reading Strengthening the Soul (1)
Words to Remember from Mother Teresa
I am reading Henri Nouwen’s book Spiritual Direction. It is very good. I love the following story about an exchange between Nouwen and Mother Teresa. As you read this excerpt from the book, think about the significance of her response to Nouwen after he had the opportunity to share some of his concerns: Once, quite… Continue reading Words to Remember from Mother Teresa
How To Embarrass Yourself Twice in One Week
I did it two times. Two! It happened last week when I wore a perfectly good pair of pants to work. Comfortable. Casual. Camel color. I had just arrived at my office for the day. I sat down in my chair. I heard a loud tearing sound. I looked down and the outside seam on… Continue reading How To Embarrass Yourself Twice in One Week
God’s Word for the Tender Places
It was raining hard that evening and I could barely see the middle line on the two- lane Tennessee highway. I was on my way to the hospital in Columbia, Tennessee. I had just received word that a 26 year old woman from our church was near death. She was dying of cancer and our… Continue reading God’s Word for the Tender Places
Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 4 – Conclusion)
Darryl Tippens is Provost of Pepperdine University and the author of Pilgrim Heart: The Way of Jesus in Everyday Life. In this interview, Darryl has made some very interesting and thought-provoking observations about what it means to follow Jesus in the 21st century. His words have been encouraging. These concluding remarks are a reminder of… Continue reading Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 4 – Conclusion)
Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 3)
When I read the words below from Darryl Tippens, I thought, “Wow!” I then slowly read these thoughtful, timely words again. Darryl is the author of Pilgrim Heart: The Way of Jesus in Everyday Life. I read this book several years ago and found it to be very encouraging. The author is Dr. Darryl Tippens,… Continue reading Interview with Darryl Tippens (Part 3)