History is written by the losers?
Recently finished a book on the fall of Constantinople in 1453. Or the conquest of Constantinople, depending on how you look at it. Curious insight from the author of the book (Roger Crowley). He writes,…
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Fundraising Insight
A few years ago I had an insight about fundraising that I’ve never written down. It’s probably not a profound thought, and I’m sure many have come to the same conclusion. But it’s still worth…
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Albert Bayly
Lord, whose love in humble service bore the weight of human need, Who upon the cross, forsaken, worked your mercy’s perfect deed; We, your servants, bring the worship not of voice alone, but heart, Consecrating…
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John Chrysostom
This is one of the great insights that shaped my thinking as a 20-something businessman. It struck home – hard – and has been a quote I’ve kept nearby since first reading it. ========================= One…
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Billy Graham Quote
Love this quote from Billy Graham. No idea where or when he said it, though. ========== They just had a conference in Denmark to see what they can do about the poverty in the world. …
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Pure Religion
James 1:27 is a powerful verse that we sometimes overlook because we are so familiar with it. In this verse, pure religion is defined using two distinctive and seemingly unconnected concepts: serving the less fortunate, and staying…
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A day in the life…
An eclectic day. I spent an hour on the phone with a former runway model, who is starting a ministry and needed advice. I so wanted her to be the blonde airhead, but she was…
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A liberal arts life
I recently gave a personal testimony to the Westmont College Board of Trustees. The challenge was to answer the question, “How did you become who you are?” An interesting challenge for anybody! But considering the…