This broken-down and beat-up old garage is a metaphor for my life. My own brokenness was visited by God’s grace so many times that I’ve lost count. But I’m getting better. And still the garage, the car and myself are in need of repair.
Half Measures
I love coffee. I drink several half cups everyday. Same with my pipe. I will smoke several half bowls a day. Never mind that I am deluding my self into thinking I am drinking less coffee or smoking less, the point is that I think myself into believing I am not overdoing things that may be harmful to me. Half measures is an unsatisfying way of going about life. Have you ever started...
Is Good Enough Good Enough?
I have been struggling a lot lately. About writing this blog post, or any blog post, for that matter. In fact, I'm pretty discouraged. Reflecting on why I am feeling like this and why I'm procrastinating, I was struck by the notion that I was not avoiding it because I don't want to do it. I do want to do it. I just don't want to NOT do it perfectly. Boy, did that open some doors I...
Deferred Fulfillment
"You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it. Rabbi Tarfon Are you a...
With My Back Against The Wall
"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." - John 16:33 Do you ever feel like you have a lot of obstacles in your life? Things that get in the way of accomplishing what you want. Roadblocks that get you off course. Take you in another direction. Many people in today’s world...
