I remember as a boy dreading recess at school. You see, I was a bit of a bookworm and not very athletic, and so when it came to be picked for teams, I was usually the kid who got picked last. Ugh! I hated that. It was embarrassing and...
I admit it, I can be a workaholic. One of my greatest, personal, fears is being "ineffective" so I work really hard to "produce;" to "get results;" to achieve. Now, that isn't necessarily bad as long as our definitions are correct! Ah, and there's the rub! What do I mean...
The whole notion of a high priest is so foreign to we egalitarian Americans and moderns. We are centuries removed from a time when hierarchy and royalty were the norm. But it's helpful to remember that, for the vast majority of Christians who have ever lived, the notion of...
"Missed it by THAT much." OK, I know I'm dating myself and all my consultants and advisors always warn me when I do this I'm not communicating well to the younger generation. But, seriously, shouldn't everyone know Maxwell Smart? Well, perhaps not. But I do know that all of us...
St. Paisios said "Sometimes the devil deceives us and makes us unable to be pleased with anything; however, one can celebrate all things in a spiritual manner, with doxology, and secure God’s constant blessing." The older I get, the more I see gratitude and the cultivation of gratitude that...
"I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there...
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Our trust Mac Mini died two days ago after years of service! Ain't it just the way? Surprises happen in life and we here at Faith Encouraged just experienced one! But, before I get to that, I want to say "Thank you" for all you do with us! What you've made...
In 1968 The Zombies recorded a song called "Time of the Season." In it there is a great lyric: "What's your name? Who's your daddy? Is he rich like me?" It was meant to communicate the moment in time of protest, a slap at the arrogant rich, and a...
"I know a shortcut!" And with that, me a my buddy promptly got lost going to a friend's house! You see, I remember the days before GPS! Yes, I'm THAT old. By the way, are you aware that we now have a generation growing up that will never know...
