(Part 2 a series of posts) So there is major construction on Chicago Avenue near our house. There are “Road Closed” and “Detour” signs everywhere. Despite the clear signage, many people still blast on by the signs and ignore the … Continue reading
(Part 1 a series of posts) There is major construction on Chicago Avenue near our house. There are “Road Closed” and “Detour” signs everywhere. Despite the clear signage, many people still blast on by the Road Closed signs and ignore … Continue reading
(I wrote this for a paper. I thought I would share this. I want to point out that I am a hopeless, often inept sinner who is merely trying to pursue Christ. I strive to be disciplined because of my … Continue reading
Alex: “You see, God and money are like the same thing.” Me: “Brother, did you really just say that? It sounds like you are saying money is God. I’m very uncomfortable with what you just said. Can you elaborate?” Alex: … Continue reading
Whenever Luke starts getting stinkery and rebellious, chances are that he’s got a fresh one in his diaper. For whatever reason, rather than telling us about it he just starts getting demanding and angry and quickly runs into sin. As … Continue reading
Paul recently brought home the book, “The Practice of the Presence of God,” a great little book of insights on God from Brother Lawrence. I’m glad he did. It is small, so I can read it during the few minutes … Continue reading
Awhile back I drove to the University of Minnesota to meet with some dudes I mentor. I parked on the street in a 1 hour zone. I came back 1 hour and 15 minutes later, worried that I would get … Continue reading
Yesterday we took a family trip to the graveyard. As we walked around, we noticed some massive spire monuments and large family mausoleums. We saw one large family mausoleum that was completely made of marble that likely cost well over … Continue reading
Yesterday we went to Lakewood cemetery to get a dose of sobriety and hope. It is humbling seeing the thousands of lives gone before, most of them already forgotten. For us, it is also hopeful knowing that although we too will … Continue reading