Tammy and I have a precious Dachshund named Penny. She is a lovely dog, and truly one of God’s great gifts to us. But, one of the things you learn quickly about Penny is, she has very definite opinions about what is hers, and what she deserves. She lives her life by a simple ethos: … Continue reading Finding truth in the vineyard

As Americans, we are taught from birth to focus first, foremost and last on the great ‘I.’ How will I benefit from this situation? Look how I am being wronged. I am so offended. Look how I plot my revenge. Without the great ‘I,’ American culture would unravel itself. This culture of individualism — the … Continue reading Step aside, and make way for the Great I Am

“If another member of the church sins against you, go and point out the fault when the two of you are alone.” When I was in the Navy there was one seat in which you never sat, unless you were the captain of the ship. The captain’s chair on the bridge was more than symbolic … Continue reading Watch where you sit