When we are able to create a lonely place in the midst of our actions and concerns, then our successes and failures slowly lose their power over us. — Henri Nouwen Nouwen is talking about the importance of setting aside time to pray and meditate, but I’m drawn to his words about how not just our failures…
The Cock Crowed For The Second Time
At that moment the cock crowed for a second time. Then Peter remembered that Jesus had said to him, “Before the cock crows twice you will deny me three times.” And he broke down and wept. Mark 14:72 The cock crowed for a second time. How many times have I read this passage in Mark and failed…
The NCAA’s Big Dance Is Very Cruel
It has been noted that the NCAA’s Big Dance is very cruel. Of the Sixty-Eight teams chosen to participate only one goes out as the ultimate winner. Sixty-seven teams in the tournament lose their last game of the year. Of course, the term winner and loser is defined by the final score of the game…
The Noble Art Of The Undone
Besides the noble art of getting things done, there is the noble art of leaving things undone. The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of non-essentials. — Lin Yutang I have returned from a wonderful book event at the Library Society Of Charleston. Imagine an open working library still with card catalogs and open shelving.…
There Is Always Room For Improvement
Speaking to a book club, a member asked, “What is the best lesson you learned from playing football?” Well, that’s a tough question, but one answer is what I heard after every game or practice: “Men, there’s plenty of room for improvement.” So, when I’m asked why I observe Lent and why do I emphasize…