Test Flight
As our kids consider what to pursue—whether in younger years or after high school—take the pressure off them.
Not Who You Were Before
Our journey with God is never about the shortest distance between two points. The goal isn’t to get somewhere faster but to arrive a new creation.
Don’t Have the Last Word
A wise sage I’m reading (Dallas Willard) introduced me to the powerful spiritual practice of not always needing to have the last word in a disagreement or argument. Especially when you are right.
At Peace With the Partial
Silent Night is a beautiful song. But “all is calm” likely didn’t describe the first Christmas night. Nor does it likely reflect the state of our homes or hearts heading into Christmas.
To-Do List Limitations
A to-do list may help to prioritize all that must be done today. But it’s not the best way to measure the success of the day. Getting more done isn’t the same as doing what matters most. Volume doesn’t reflect quality.
Decline the Predefined Script
An essential quality of creativity is the ability to create in freedom.
Giving Your Name Meaning
In times past, family crests were often displayed in people’s homes. A last name wasn’t random. It meant something. Not just for an individual, but collectively.
Interpreting Creative Setbacks
We have an enemy who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy. (John 10:10)
Good Can’t Save the Day
We love epic tales of good versus evil, whether we’re reading, watching or writing them.
It’s essential to remember, however, that “good” alone isn’t enough to ultimately save the day, the world, or us.
The Story of Your Creativity
Creativity is not just something you do. Your art reveals your deepest longings. It tells a story that transcends any one interaction, canvas, or creation. It tells a story about you.
Stay a Student
We long for our art to take others to new and uncharted places. But the blank canvas looks back at us and says, “No, you must go there first.”