We all know that our God, just by being himself, let alone such an amazing Self, is worthy of more praise, more love, more trust, more obedience than we will ever be able to give. He’s worthy! But I was surprised to discover that according to the Bible we’re obliged to live worthy lives more …
Simplicity and Stuff (Part 3)
“The inward reality of simplicity involves the life of joyful unconcern for his or her possessions.” Richard Foster https://soundcloud.com/musingthemysteries/simplicity-and-stuff-part-3 This 13 minute podcast is my final offering on Simplicity and Stuff. I trust that it will remind you of the Scriptural-ness, if not the benefits of living simply. The great circuit-riding evangelist and founder of …
Another “Man Card” Myth
The moment I hit the button to post about the preposterous marketing claim that men can get their “Man Card Re-issued” by purchasing a semiautomatic weapon a number of other examples of male bovine you-know-what that men buy into in order to feel like real man in our culture. The scam that stands out above …
Simplicity and Stuff (Part 2)
"Possession is an illusion in the light of the Kingdom. What do you possess? Wait a few years—we’ll see how much you possess when you’re six feet under! You don’t possess anything." Richard Rohr https://soundcloud.com/musingthemysteries/simplicity-and-stuff-part-2 This 10-minute audio podcast is Part 2 of 3 episodes on Simplicity and Stuff. Some suggested simplifiers (adapted from Richard Foster …
Unconscionable, Immature, and Oxymoronic
A good leader motivates, doesn’t mislead, doesn’t exploit. Good leaders abhor wrongdoing of all kinds; sound leadership has a moral foundation. Good leaders cultivate honest speech; they love advisors who tell them the truth. An intemperate leader wreaks havoc in lives; you’re smart to stay clear of someone like that. Good-tempered leaders invigorate lives; they’re …
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