I started driving a tractor by myself around age 7, maybe 8. It’s not as dangerous as it may seem because I only went about 3.5 mph most of the time, and it’s difficult to do much damage at that high rate of sloth-ness. As I got older, I realized …
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Act Now or Wait?
I’m a terrible bargain hunter. What I mean is, if I find a bargain, regardless of a need, I try to convince myself (and my finance department) of my need for it. In those moments, I tend to live with an incredible sense of urgency, hoping to never miss the …
The Power of Shared Definitions
On Tuesday I wrote about the importance of shared definitions. (Click here if you missed it. So, what’s the benefit of a shared definition? I played basketball in high school. One year our coach drew up a play we called “Oklahoma”, and the play would end in a lob pass …
The Difficulty of Leadership
Ministry is difficult. One of the challenging parts of ministry is how to cope with the reality that our spiritual lives and our relationships are often intertwined. As a minister, I’ll be the first to admit that sometimes when someone pushes away from church, I take it personally. I view …
Lessons From the Farm: Traditions
We are continuing our Lessons from the Farm series this week. If you’ve missed any of the posts, or want a refresher from years past, please click around catch up! Growing up I spent countless hours on tractors. When plowing, I would make “rounds” which meant driving down one side …