How many times have you heard someone say to a photographer, “Make sure you get my good side!” Personally, I don’t even know if I have a “good side” or not. But I totally understand the desire to be seen in the most positive way possible –especially when it comes to photos (they tend to …
Monthly Archives: January 2014
When Should Christians Boycott?
Quick, what do unbelievers think of when they hear the word, “Christian?” Love? Compassion? How about “Boycott?” Fair or unfair, there seems to be a growing perception that Christians specialize in boycotting. Don’t get me wrong; there is a time and place for boycotting. Still, I’m afraid we are prone to declare war on products …
Should Pastors Sign Prenups?
Have you ever thought about how many ways becoming a pastor is like getting married? Here are a few: 1) They both typically happen in a church 2) You are never really prepared for either 3) You will always look back on both thinking, “If only I knew then…” 4) They both involve a powerful …
Kingdom Clearance
Have you ever considered the fact that the most insignificant of species can gain access into some of the most significant locations? When was the last time you heard of an ant requesting security clearance for White House access? Yet, I’m sure a few of those pesky bugs make it in the oval office every …
Six Degrees of New Year’s Resolutions
This year, for my new year’s resolutions, I want to try an experiment with the “six degrees of separation” theory. You know what I’m talking about, right? The theory proposes that everyone in the world is connected by no more than six relationships. For instance, Elvis Presley may be your cousin’s-neighbor’s-friend’s-former girlfriend’s-roomate’s-uncle. (or something like …