I almost fell for it

I almost fell for it

A couple of weeks ago, I listed an expensive item for sale on Facebook Marketplace. Within minutes, someone named Anna messaged. What was my bottom-line price? Could she also pay $90 extra for me to ship the heavy item to her in “Tennessee Nashville”? This was great....
A story for dark times

A story for dark times

“Our country is a dark and divided place. But in that tent, there’s hope and unity and miracles that I can’t even explain.” Journalist Josiah Jackson in the movie, Jesus Revolution Jonathan Roumie as Lonny Frisbee. Photo: Lionsgate / Kingdom Story Company Jesus...
What just happened in Kentucky?

What just happened in Kentucky?

On Wednesday, Feb. 8,  students at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky attended a routine chapel service. The school’s assistant soccer coach gave a forgettable talk. The music was OK, nothing spectacular. But when the service ended, something remarkable...
7 Books I’d Recommend to Anyone

7 Books I’d Recommend to Anyone

As the weather chills and our evenings grow darker, it’s a good season to cultivate new habits. Recently we provided a few creative ways to read Scripture. One of the side benefits of reading more Scripture is that you also tend to read more other books … and...
Addicted to Distraction

Addicted to Distraction

I noticed something as I watched the MLB All-Star Game last week on TV from Dodger Stadium, where fans sit super-close behind home plate. On most pitches, about 80 percent of those front-row fans were not watching the game, but looking down at their phones. I turned...