The Scriptures tell us a good name is to be desired. They talk about the importance of a good reputation, and we’re warned in the epistles that we will be judged by our fruit. I’ve been pondering these ideas all week as I’ve grappled with a thwarted reputation. My Facebook account was hacked by an Imposter who went to all…
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Unto the Next Generation
Passing the torch to the next generation is important when you’ve got kids involved. My adorable grandchildren are here for a visit and while it’s certainly a privilege to have them, it’s also sobering me during a curious time in my life. I’m teaching in the book of Psalms this quarter and I’ve noticed how often generations, descendants, and other…
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My Bible Study Valentine’s Day
A fun Valentine’s Day with a group of widows
Waiting for Snow in Havana and other cheekiness
Alas, this is not my title, but that of my favorite memoir, Carlos Eire‘s Waiting for Snow in Havana, which won the National Book Award in 2005. A rollicking Latin story of growing up prior to Castro taking power in Cuba, this memoir made me laugh, despair, rejoice and savor my own freedom here in the good ole USA. I’ve…
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Here’s to you, Punxsutawney Phil
Why no, it’s not snowing in Sonoma County. We’ve got a beautiful blue sky and 65 degrees. The windows are open and the house is flooded with light and warmth. I feel sorry for all of you romping in the freshly fallen snow back east. Which brings me to Puxatony Phil, a critter I’ve never met, but whom I’ve talked…
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Slash Marks the Very Good Trail
“Slash marks the very good trail.” What does that mean? Several years ago we enjoyed the movie End of the Spear, the story of the infamous murder of five missionaries in Ecuador in 1955. The movie was made by Steven Saint, son of one of the murdered missionaries. He spent time living in the jungle with those same Waodani (Aucas)…
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