Author Archives: radamdavidson

About radamdavidson

When I'm not blogging, I'm hanging out with my family, pastoring a church, or listening to vinyl. I think and write about Jesus, music, communication, organizational leadership, family whatnot, and cultural artifacts from the 1980's -- mostly vintage boomboxes. You can read my blog at www.radamdavidson.com, watch [RadCast], a daily 3 minute video devotional, or find me on socials (@radamdavidson). I also help Pastors in their preaching and public speaking (www.CoachMyPreaching.com).

That’ll Never Happen

Posted on January 13, 2021 by radamdavidson

I’ll tell ya one phrase that hast lost all meaning in our era: “That’ll never happen.” As a kid, I was full of questions and worries about this great big world. That phrase, uttered by a trusted adult, gave finality … Continue reading →

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Posted on January 7, 2021 by radamdavidson

I find a strange peace in stumbling across something that a Church Father wrote 1700+ years ago that seems to be unfolding yet again politically and even in the church. Athanasius writes: “But human beings, being again foolish, despising the … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] You’re Weird. Good! Now — be used by God

Posted on December 8, 2020 by radamdavidson

John the Baptist is a great example of a peculiar person submitting to God’s call, making himself totally available in every way, and recognizing the power running through (not from) him. If you follow Jesus, you have that power, too. … Continue reading →

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Lexi’s Eye Appointment

Posted on November 20, 2020 by radamdavidson

You and I go to the eye doctor and look at distant charts consisting of progressively smaller letters, voting for ONE or TWO. Since Lexi is physically 16 but mentally 2, she can’t really answer questions about the E on … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] The Discipline of Celebration :::

Posted on November 17, 2020 by radamdavidson

As a recovering control freak, I find it difficult to simply be in the moment and enjoy the blessings of God — and there are many blessings indeed. I’m learning the discipline of celebration, which I’m working out in real … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Is Jesus Stressed Out Today?

Posted on November 3, 2020 by radamdavidson

Yep, things are about to change. Tomorrow won’t be the same as today. What keeps Jesus from stressing out? And what motivates us today — fear or love? Psalm 103:13-19

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It’s All Temporary

Posted on November 2, 2020 by radamdavidson

Someone from the church works at the local coffee house. I mentioned on Sunday that I would stop by today, and I did. A stellar decaf latte got the job done. I used to dislike milk in my coffee, but … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Who Do We Vote For (2020 Edition)

Posted on November 2, 2020 by radamdavidson

Jesus said “my Kingdom is not of this world,” which is a pretty remarkable thing to say when you’re kneeling at the mercy of your captor. William T. Cavanaugh said “A Christian should feel politically homeless in the current context…” … Continue reading →

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Yeah, but… Who Do We Vote For?

Posted on November 2, 2020 by radamdavidson

Originally posted on (R) Adam Davidson:
? Message preached on Sunday, November 6, 2016 by Adam Davidson at Portage Free Methodist Church? In this series, we’re asking the BIG questions about God, faith, the church, and Christianity in general. For…

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All Saints Day

Posted on November 1, 2020 by radamdavidson

On today’s customary train-spotting round trip, Lexi and I shared lament that 1) there was no train to see and 2) it is snowing. Lexi isn’t too much of a fan of cold and snow. Like so many of us … Continue reading →

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