Gazing with Curiosity
If we do not see Scripture as a perplexing mystery into which we must consistently peer, it will soon become a book much different than its intent. It may become boring. It may become bothersome.... [more]
Meditations
on living
fluently.
Writing is an act of faith. You renounce all other options and bring words from the invisible into the visible. If you have written well, the reader may say what one student told C.S. Lewis: "I read to know I am not alone."
Everything is connected to everything. All things lead back to the one thing. A good speaker knows the art of connections. He gives you more than what you asked for - but within the time alloted.
If you believe in something strongly enough, you should be willing to risk the hugs and punches of the public arena. But more important than your courage is your love. I need to know you care.
I'm discovering that the story is not "about me," but about adapting to the One who is at the heart of all things. It's a mystery I can fall in love with, for the One weaving the story together does so with scarred hands that include my own. It's a kind of wisdom that leaves me in wonder. I think that's the point.
If we do not see Scripture as a perplexing mystery into which we must consistently peer, it will soon become a book much different than its intent. It may become boring. It may become bothersome.... [more]
I am learning that limiting the scope of what I do creates courage and depth and simplicity. If I choose to not answer the phone for one hour in order to work on Book Two... [more]
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