Live Intentionally

Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or outside of the U.S.) since the turn of the century, you probably know the United States has become a “post-Christian” society. A couple of generations ago, most Americans were Christian. A generation ago, fewer Americans were Christian but nearly everyone was still familiar with the Bible and […]

One of the principles I try to live my life by is to put God first, others second, and myself last.  (If you don’t believe in God, substitute “principles” for “God” and I think you can still go along with this.)  Last week, this principle was challenged as my wife, Jennifer, and I read and […]

I believe with all my heart that every one of us was created to live a fulfilling, adventurous life.  Unfortunately, too often we play it safe.  We settle for an unfulfilling job because it pays the bills, superficial relationships because we’re unwilling to take emotional risks, and mind-numbing recreation like TV. 
This also tends to be true in most […]

I recently had the opportunity to read Reveal: Where are You?, the soon-to-be released book by Willow Creek Community Church executive pastor, Greg Hawkins, and Cally Parkinson.  It’s a fascinating book that describes the results of a groundbreaking congregational survey performed by Willow Creek over the last 3 years.  The research provides valuable insight into […]