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When the best seat in the house…isn’t…
I was at a dinner theater recently. We had “good seats”. At least that’s what we were told. What that really meant is that we were in a crowded room, with lots of people I didn’t know, eating,...
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Where Are the Boots? The Danger of Losing the Wonder This Holiday Season
This is a guest post by my friend Margaret Feinberg. Margaret (www.margaretfeinberg.com) is author of Wonderstruck: Awaken to the Nearness of God which releases on Christmas Day. To learn more about...
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Husbands: 7 Gift Suggestions for Your Wife
I know I’m talking to some men who haven’t even thought about what you’ll get your wife for Christmas yet. Right? I understand. It still seems early to you Christmas Eve shoppers. Maybe you’ve thought...
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Without a dad…
A boy struggles… Knowing what it means to become a man… What courage, honor, and strength really looks like… When to take a risk… A girl struggles… Understanding her beauty and value… Sensing self...
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When the Church is Hated, How should Leaders Respond?
As a church leader, I realize the popularity and seemed importance of what I do has declined in recent years. Culture no longer values the voice of a pastor as the history of our nation would record...
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Dancing Priest: How a Book Was Born
This is a guest post by Glynn Young. Glynn authored a book that I can literally say is going to be one of my all time favorites, and I just read it last month. And, it’s fiction. Dancing Priest is...
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Twitter’s New Vine App – Opportunities for the Ministry
This is another guest post by Ben Lichtenwalner (see also “Top 5 Business Professional Confessions“). Ben is a technology executive with a passion for servant leadership. His blog,...
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Farmer Super Bowl Commercial: Reflections
I couldn’t get past the “Farmer” commercial during the Super Bowl. My grandfather on my mother’s side lived in Kansas. He died when I was young, but I’ve always lived somewhat in his shadow…he was a...
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How Do You Find So Many Great Restaurants?
I’ll be honest…I like to eat. It’s become somewhat of a habit, in fact. Our boys used to make fun of Cheryl and me because we would often drive long distances to eat. Since, we’ve moved to Lexington,...
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Handling Conflict is Easier These Days
Thanks to cultural improvements…technological advancements… Handling conflict has become so much easier these days. You know what I mean… No longer do we have to confront a problem in person. We can...
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7 Ramifications of Bad Culture
I previously wrote, Bad Culture Eats Good Vision. It doesn’t matter how strong your vision is…you can have the greatest strategy, but if the culture is bad…forget it. You aren’t going to be as...
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People Make Mistakes
People, even the “best” people, make mistakes. I’ve stopped being surprised when I find out the person I thought had it all together doesn’t. When “the good girl” gets pregnant…it doesn’t catch me off...
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Picking Political Battles … Winning the War
I continually have well-meaning believers who want me to get more involved in the political debates of religion and culture. And, sometimes I do. There are certainly battles to fight. Big battles....
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10 Positive Paradigms in Church Leadership
I recently posted 10 dangerous paradigms in the church. Obviously, there are positive mindsets in the church also. I decided to share some from the perception of a pastor. Here are 10 positive...
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7 False Assumptions Made About Introverts
I am an introvert. Some people can question whether they are or not. I don’t. I’m certified in Myers Briggs, so I know the language well. I’ve studied the concept. It didn’t require much study though...
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10 Reasons You Should Visit Lexington, Kentucky
Last summer I moved to Lexington, Kentucky. You can read about the ministry assignment HERE. What I want you to know in this post is that you should come visit where I’ve moved. Seriously. Lexington...
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Tribute to the Mother Who Has No Children
I want to give a tribute to the mother who has no children. I’ve always been sensitive this time of year to the mothers without children. You know the ones. They never had children. For whatever...
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Mother: The Word of the Day
Mother Is there a sweeter word in the English language? Mom Momma A word that comes with deep meaning and emotion. Unconditional love. Sacrificial giving. Forgiving easily. Striving to provide perfect...
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Make Sure Your Marketing Matches Your Market
A friend and I went to a Reds game recently. It was a cold night for baseball. It had been raining for several days and thankfully stopped in time for the game. But, it made for a very chilly night....
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How to Follow My Blog After Google Reader
If you haven’t heard, Google Reader is going away. Quickly. It was announced a couple months ago, but it ends July 1, 2013. I was bummed, because I use Google Reader to follow most of the blogs I...
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