Since Renee Good was shot in Minneapolis two weeks ago, conflict and protest there have continued to escalate. I’ve heard people say some version of: “Why didn’t she/why won’t they just comply with law enforcement? You’ll be fine if you don’t put yourself in harm’s …
Read MoreInfant Holy, Infant Lowly
As sometimes happens, your commissioner gets distracted in the holiday season…this time, by a super cute grandson. But we are down to the final matchup, and you have until 9 pm on Christmas Eve to vote your wishes! It’s the Elevation Choir vs Tyler Allen. …
Read MoreInfant Holy, Infant Lowly—Round 2
Well, my seeds were exactly right in the top half of the bracket, and exactly wrong in the bottom half of the bracket. So we have upsets! And more votes to complete. Deadline: Saturday at 8 pm PST.
Read MoreInfant Holy, Infant Lowly—Round 1
Here we go again, everyone! Advent Caroling Madness kicks off yet another year. I picked a less-well-known carol this year, because, well, it’s been growing on me from my Christmas playlist over the last few years. Normally I have to whittle things down to get …
Read MoreAdvent Caroling Madness XIII
Basically, on social media I’m known for two things: Lord of the Rings and Advent Caroling Madness. (Ok maybe also how to arrange eggs in a carton and how to break children’s hearts about Santa.) For the 13th time, we are bringing fighting and competition, …
Read MoreFaith and Works
(Message given at Wayside Friends Church on Oct. 19, 2025) I’ve been thinking for awhile how to enter this second half of the second chapter of James today. I’ve ended up with an engine/car metaphor, and a gardening metaphor. My friend and neighbor Todd is …
Read MoreCultivating Hope
(Message given at Wayside Friends Church on June 1, 2025) Those who have known me for awhile know that I have a tendency to use illustrations from the Lord of the Rings when I speak. Because of my reputation, I have tried to break out …
Read MoreAgainst the Grain
Lord, you always give me justice when I bring a case before you. So let me bring you this complaint: Why are the wicked so prosperous? Why are evil people so happy?” (Jeremiah 12:1, NLT) That one verse right there might be the reason I’ve …
Read MoreMarch Madness #4 and #28
For almost 30 years, I’ve hosted a just-for-fun pool for the Men’s college tourney known as March Madness. I’m now on year four of also hosting a pool for the women’s tournament! It’s a great chance for me to have a connection with people I’ve …
Read MoreNew and Energizing
(Message given at Wayside Friends Church on January 5, 2025) Something I love to do, but don’t get the chance to do very often in this stage of life, is to fly fish. I grew up fishing quite a lot with my dad, but my …
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