This evening the first Educators & Clergy Conference sponsored by the Oklahoma Education Association got underway in Norman, OK. The time invested in planning and preparation proved valuable as the evening was both inspiring and challenging. Who could not be excited about getting together with a group of people … Continue reading
Read MoreEarly this morning I boarded the treadmill. The on board computer offers a variety of ways to measure progress. One readout I watch is “distance.” My goal is at least 2 miles of cardio. The other display I watch is “time.” I like to get my two miles, walking … Continue reading
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We shared an interesting conversation in Bible Study this morning. Jim Henderson suggests a potential shift in metaphor helps reshape our understanding of disciple-making (a.k.a. “Evangelism”). Often we do not make adjustments based solely as a result of argument. We need an accompanying picture – a new metaphor.
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Read MoreSometimes we are more enamored by a song with a feel good rhythm we pay little attention to the words. Other times we have sung a song so often we lose sight of the words. Even more, we often will sing songs we have sung for years with little … Continue reading
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There is nothing like hearing your mother say, “What did you do to attract her?” Of course, anyone close to us nearly 30 years ago would have said the same thing. “Patty and Todd?”
If it makes anyone feel better I am willing to acknowledge the obvious. If I … Continue reading
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