Category: Vision
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Who Am I?
If you ask people this rather simple question you are likely to get several answers from each person. They may provide descriptions such as father, accountant, golfer, husband, believer, friend, etc. These titles provide some of the identities that make up their being as they see it. These descriptions are really roles in our lives. …
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It’s the science stupid!
Unfortunately, it has become quite fashionable to correct others and point to “science” as the basis for your argument and beliefs. While using the word “science” is a broad characterization, I believe that the true message that is being conveyed is that you are stupid and I am more intelligent because I implicently trust the…
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Bad Things Will Happen
When I was young and cocky, I would brag to others that when I was pulled over by the police, I would always get out of the car. I didn’t like them standing next to the car talking down to me. I felt like it was insulting. Then there was a time when I was…
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This is what happens after the riots
That’s a picture of me sitting on the front porch of our very modest house on the west side of Detroit in 1964. This was a typical working class neighborhood of story and a half houses- autoworkers, policemen, construction workers, mechanics- a classic Detroit blue collar neighborhood. This was a vibrant time for Detroit. The…
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All In!
Are you a better employee if you put in super long hours and spend most of your waking moments at the office? Is this the best measure of your worth and your engagement? One of my mentors early in my career was always the first in the office in the morning and the last to…
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What Easter Means To Me.
So what is Easter? The start of spring? Easter eggs and the Easter bunny. Baskets filled with candy? What a strange group of things bloomed out of a holiday of faith. I guess Christmas is not much better. Santa Clause and Christmas trees? All of these have a history and although they are probably harmless,…
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So Who Are You Really Thankful For?
Kathy and I have been serving in a new homeless ministry (new for us) near our house for the past few months. Tuesday during a discipleship study at the mission while discussing thankfulness, I reached a conclusion regarding this subject. We all have things that are blessings in our lives. Our families. Our jobs. Our…
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Give it Away!
One of the principles that I have learned as I have gained experience and wisdom is that the answer is often hidden or the opposite of logic. This realization has led me to second guess my observations and solutions and this has been very enlightening as I examine the issue from several angles and often…
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Boring Freedom
I have always liked the 4th of July for what it is. A day of celebration of family, good food and a reflection on how we have been blessed as a nation. A day at the beach or the pool is usually in order. Relax and watch the waves or spend some time on the…
Leading by Serving 