Going ‘All In’
Towards the end of my last Radical Mentoring group, I put a copy of this in front of every guy and asked them to consider signing it. Take a look…. Stiff huh? Guys reacted in…
Gospel Patrons
A new friend sent me a couple of copies of a new book called Gospel Patrons by John Rinehart. Short read, powerful & simple message. Seems that where God picks someone for powerful Kingdom impact,…
Identity Theft
It’s a travesty that over 12 million people in the U.S. had their identities stolen last year. Somebody pretends they’re somebody they’re not and over $24 billion gets confused in the process. But there’s a…
Self-Forgetting Adoration
I was bragging to my wife about how my ‘default setting’ is gratitude. When I pray during the day, I’m usually saying “Thank you God” for something. “Thank you for forgiving me . . ….
6 Characteristics of an Effective Team
Most of us have been on a sports team in our life. Your family is a team. You’re part of a team at work. If you’ve ever been part of a successful team, all six…
Level 3 Christian
Men born into western culture face three big decisions when it comes to Christianity: 1. What will you do with Jesus Christ? Everyone is free to accept His offer of salvation… or not. This is…
Who is ‘They’?
“A person gets his identity in life based on how the most important person in his life sees him.” — Charles Cooley, Looking Glass Self Loser? Sinner? Poser? Stranger? Orphan? Winner? Leader? Handsome? Ugly? Too fat? Too…
Standing Required
How’s this for a big idea…. We don’t need to advance against Satan. We just need to stand and not give up any ground. It’s up to us to not snatch defeat from the jaws…
Developing a Family Constitution
The U.S. Constitution stands as one of the most brilliant pieces ever written. It dances gracefully on the edge between law and grace. Freedom and responsibility. It’s the ultimate arbiter of disputes in our local,…
The Cost of Community
I’ve been going on and on about the value of community. About being vulnerable with trusted friends. About developing intimate friendships and ‘doing life’ with other guys. About how rich it can be when a…
