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Theological Cocoon
I trust mechanics more than I trust theology. Now, I don’t have a degree or certificate in either field. But I do have credibility with both. If you need proof, just read my books, blogs,…
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We Were Warned
Mind if I rant a little? Last year I read about 80 books, though only around 75 made it onto my reading list for you to review. Why not list the others? Because a number…
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Tear It Down. Build It Back.
You might have heard the term “deconstructionists” used to describe people wrestling with their Christian faith. I don’t know about you, but I’m surrounded by them. And I love the hard questions they’re asking. At…
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That’s a Messy Strategy
I’ve noticed something about God’s strategy over the years: it’s rarely tidy, often inefficient, and almost always unimpressive at first glance. We like clean plans. Clear outcomes. Measurable return on investment. God, on the other…
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Rusty Book Club Pick: A Pilgrimage to Eternity
Last year I launched the Rusty Book Club. It’s my book club for guys, with the hope of getting some guys to actually read. Okay, maybe that’s too cynical. Let’s say it’s my book club…
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Belize | Book Reviews | Family | Jaguar Creek
The Little Jaguar
My daughter Rachel has written a children’s book called The Little Jaguar. Reviewing a book written by your own daughter presents a small credibility problem. It’s a little like sitting in the audience at your…
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The Sleep You’re Longing For
I’ve long been suspicious of people who claim they sleep perfectly every night. I want to ask, “Is your life so boring you have nothing to think about? Nothing to reflect on? Nothing to worry…
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Leave. Now.
We like our Jesus stories tidy. Especially the Christmas stories. You know the routine: angel, stable, manger, wise men, then fade to Silent Night by candlelight. But after Christmas, the story swerves. There’s a dream. A warning….
