Monthly Archives: September 2010

Having grown up in Metro-Detroit (Garden City and Westland, MI), the big three still mean something to me, mostly because it’s in my DNA. That’s right: if you were to closely examine any double helix of mine, you’d most certainly … Continue reading →

(God)…who has saved us and called us to a holy life — not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. – 2 Timothy 1:9 (NIV) Truths: 1. God has saved us. 2. God … Continue reading →

I drove through a thick fog to the studio this morning. No, it’s not a metaphorical fog, the kind that comes from too much cough syrup. I mean a literal fog, where your headlights illuminate suspended particles of water vapor … Continue reading →

For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. – 2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV) What’s it like to know that God doesn’t expect you to be a wimp? What … Continue reading →

when I need a pen, guitar pick, drywall screw, paperclip or eyeglass repair kit, all I can find are nail clippers… yet, when I need nail clippers, all I can find is a pen, guitar pick, drywall screw, paperclip and … Continue reading →

With digital cameras being such a pain, it’s no wonder they’re soon to be made obsolete by this new invention: the 35mm film camera. Have you seen this yet? Outstanding.

This past weekend included a visit to some secondhand stores (St. Vincent’s, Value World, etc.) with my mom and sister. I like these stores because it’s like the pool filter of consumerism — you can go to one little place … Continue reading →

I watched with great horror the season opener for NBC’s “The Office” on Thursday. Yes. Horror. You see, I had just spilled some coffee in my lap and the screaming would just not stop. No, seriously, I was a little … Continue reading →

It’s quite windy today in South Central Michigan. Stuff has no choice but to move with the wind unless it’s nailed down. Trees are swinging sideways, our patio furniture is in the neighbor’s yard. Our patio is in the neighbor’s … Continue reading →

But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and we can take nothing out of it. The Apostle Paul is writing to young Timothy, new leader for the new church, and talking about such … Continue reading →