As I write, temperatures across the US and Europe are soaring. Here in New York the unrelenting heat has driven everyone indoors as much as possible. Even the early morning hours offer little break. My run through Central Park this morning felt …

Why Is It So Dang Hot? Perhaps God is Trying to Tell Us Something Keep reading »

Happy New Year’s Eve everyone! While 2021 has been rough in many ways, interacting with you has given me great joy. From email exchanges and comment threads to thirty minute phone calls and hourlong coaching conversations, you’ve made 2021 a …

Don’t Miss Them! Here are My Top Five Posts from 2021 Keep reading »

Earlier this month I ran my fourth marathon. Around mile 18 I hit the wall. Whether or not you’re a long distance runner, every pastor and every leader has experienced what it’s like to hit a wall. This expression describes …

The Spiritual Benefit of Hitting a Wall – Why It’s So Good Keep reading »

For the past few weeks a small group of pastor friends of mine have been talking about the state of the church in America. We all feel the absolute calamity of the moment. The January 6 insurrection at the Capitol …

Jesus, Our Only Hope in Life and in Death, Please Get in Our Way Keep reading »