Tag Archives: spiritual formation

What Are Your Re-Reads (revisited)?

Posted on June 4, 2013 by

Since I’m in waiting mode right now — both in terms of “hopefully impending good news” and in terms of “books I need to review” — thought I’d revisit a fun topic I’d first done a couple years ago…. Some of … Continue reading →

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The Past, the Present, and the Future of Laying It Down…

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

(or, Who IS this guy?) Now, for the full version (and again, apologies to subscribers for having published the last version prematurely)…. Hopefully, it’s no big secret that I’ve recently put out a new book, Lay It Down: A Journey … Continue reading →

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Lay It Down: The Book — It’s ALIVE!

Posted on March 25, 2013 by

You can get the full information here, but for now, here’s the back story: After close-but-no-cigar rounds with a couple publishers I respect (and that you’d recognize) – and a few more just plain frustrating rounds with agents – I’ve … Continue reading →

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Lay Down… No, Seriously, LAY DOWN. (Retreat Session 1)

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

The next four entries are for a self-directed retreat/interlude I’m creating for the midway point of Lay It Down, the Book. I’m trying to build it for both individuals and small groups; this is the individual version. Enjoy. (P.S. I’m … Continue reading →

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Going to God Like a Cigarette

Posted on March 15, 2012 by

Our rather provocative titular reference above is nonetheless a good place for us to start, because this is a book about pursuing God with a single-minded passion. And you’ll have to discover the story that goes with it for yourself. … Continue reading →

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Learning to Live Out of Our Identity

Posted on January 5, 2012 by

Basically, what we have here is a book about finding, and resting in, our identity in Christ,  and you can never have enough books like that out there. And for the record: We don’t. David M. Showers. Ten Steps to … Continue reading →

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Fill ‘Er Up!

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

Even if there’s not one currently in your refrigerator for the holidays, it’s very likely that you’ve experienced the sheer joy of a roll of cookie dough. Some of you can’t even wait to cook the stuff, and just eat … Continue reading →

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Following Jesus Where You Already Are

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

Find yourself a  “Help Wanted” section in your newspaper (or if you like, visit an online job site). Take a minute to to look through the listings. What are some of the more interesting jobs advertised? Which ones do you … Continue reading →

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Remaining As You Go

Posted on July 11, 2011 by

Think about the last time you went crazy with an ice-cream sundae—or pizza, or for you more diet-conscious types let’s make it a salad. Why did you pick the toppings you did? How would other toppings have affected it differently? … Continue reading →

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We’re All on Mission

Posted on July 6, 2011 by

It’s true. And I didn’t unintentionally leave out the “a” above. But don’t take my word for it…. “I am the true vine and my Father is the gardener. He takes away  every branch that does not bear  fruit in … Continue reading →

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