Jesus on Vacation
A lot is made about Jesus sneaking off to pray alone. Different people have different takes on this, including the obvious commitment to prayer Jesus displayed. But honestly, for all we know he played video…
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So you think you’re a writer?
Four years ago I took a month-long sabbatical to consider where to invest future energies. Great friends offered advice, shared their ideas, and asked me tough questions. One of the questions often asked was, “Why not…
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Taking Stock
Junkyard Wisdom is 4-years old now. Topics have bounced from leadership ideas to wine reviews, from PathLight updates to family stories, and a wide range beyond all that. All of it has reflected my range…
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Sabbath, by Dan Allender
Two years ago I took a month long sabbatical from work, ministry, meetings, and email. It was a fabulous month and good for my soul. Just before that month began, a friend recommended that I…
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Sabbatical Revisited
A year I did something entirely new for me: I took the month of October off work. No email, no facebook, no business phone calls, no meetings, no ministry work, no board meetings, no lots…
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The Conclusion of the Matter
So it’s over. The month of October flew by fast and my sabbatical break from work and ministry is finished. A few folks have asked how I feel about that, and I must say that…
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Last of the Sabbatical Reading Lists
For the first time in a month, tomorrow I go into the office, turn on my email, and start my “normal” life. I’m hoping to post something that sums up my sabbatical thoughts soon, but…
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Italy Photos
We made it home! Now that I have a real computer in front of me, here are a few photos from the trip. D’Aun will post more on her Facebook page when she gets a…
