I grew up in the church. More than that, I’m a pastor’s kid—and I’ve served on church staff. My daddy loved people. He was a fine preacher, but he was an amazing pastor caring for the congregation. It wasn’t unusual…

New Mercies Kristine and I recently moved. While our new location puts me farther from the airport, it brings us closer to the kids and grandkids. Being near the little ones is important—it’s a tradeoff that’s well worth it. Each…

There is probably no one more controversial these days than Elon Musk. Most folks either admire him or despise him. He certainly is a disrupter whether in his business enterprises or his involvement in government. Recently, he gave an interview…

After living on the same street for 40 years, Kristine and I recently made a move. Nedra Drive was the street where our kids grew up. They learned to ride their bikes on that street. We played baseball on that…

Recently I was watching an interview with Robert Kennedy, Jr. when he said something that caught my attention. He was reflecting on how he tries to approach life. He said, “Nothing is a crisis. Everything is a task.” I thought, what a great way to approach what can be a hectic and harried life.

It’s one of the iconic moments in movie making. In the movie version of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,” Gandalf, the leader of the Fellowship of the Ring, declares to the evil spirit-being, Balrog, “You shall not pass!”

There’s an old Bob Dylan song, “Gotta Serve Somebody.” As with many Dylan songs, there’s truth to be found. As people of faith, we are called to be subject to a heavenly authority and an earthly authority. Romans 13 begins, Let every person be subject to the governing authorities.

I’m not sure where the phrase came from but recently I heard the words, “Hidden is not forgotten.” It resonated with me.

During these challenging days, either the best or the worst in people surfaces. I’ve got to say, my experience is pretty positive as I see people being gracious as they try to locate the essentials to survive.

I have always appreciated Psalm 121. On many mornings here in California I have looked at the mountains that surround the San Fernando Valley and thought of that passage.