I was watching a program on OPB tonight about Christianity, Judaism, and the early church. Of all the things that stood out to me was this one word: community.
One of the historians was talking about Paul’s journey through the eastern world as he shared the good news. He kept referring to Paul’s work as “setting [...]

A man and his dog were walking along a road. The man was enjoying the scenery, when it suddenly occurred to him that he was dead.
 
He remembered dying, and that the dog walking beside him had been dead for years. He wondered where the road was leading them.
 
After a while, they came to [...]

I was in a coffee shop today and felt God speaking to me. It wasn’t profound or anything, but His voice was obvious. 
I bought my white mocha and went to sit down. These two teenagers walked in and looked very cold and tattered. They were both shivering, and asked me if I had any cash [...]

Hi guys,
Not sure if any of you have any interest whatsoever in gardening, but I have started a gardening blog. I’m in the midst of the Master Gardening Program through Oregon State University, which teaches the basics of sustainable gardening in Oregon.
Gardening in all forms - landscaping, vegetable and flower gardening - have become a [...]

Engaging with government is always good, always useful. Once a former media guy, I’ve talked with a lot of elected politicians, and most voters would be surprised to learn the views and agendas of their elected leaders are often shaped by a minority of vocal folks who have the will and determination to speak up. [...]