Don’t Lose Heart

Discouragement comes so quickly to me. Looking at the sad state of world affairs makes me wonder, "Is there any hope?" Staring daily at the pile on my desk representing important tasks can also cause me to wonder, "Is there any hope for...

Light Through the Cracks of Brokenness

Is it possible? Contentment in the midst of financial crisis. Peace in the midst of medical catastrophe. Bravery in the midst of a dangerous situation. Tough times test what's inside this jar of clay I call my body. What I actually believe about God is revealed by...

The Key

I remember with dread a night in Kiev, Ukraine. Returning to an old, completely dark, high-rise apartment where I was staying, I could not match the right door with the right key. I can tell you, it was a harrowing experience late at night in a strange city. I learned...

What’s Under the Hood of My Car?

The incredible noise and frenetic activity was intoxicating. My wife, Pamela, and I were at the Hungarian Grand Prix time trials. Trying to pick the winners of each time trial was fun as my wife chose by the color and design of the car and I chose by the driver....