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).

Quarantime

Posted on April 26, 2021 by radamdavidson

My phone rang, 11:20am, Tuesday. A shiver ran down my spine when I saw that it was Lexi’s school. I love the people at WoodsEdge because of how well they take care of and train my daughter. These teachers and … Continue reading →

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10 Years

Posted on April 22, 2021 by radamdavidson

Losing a parent is a major milestone. The span between my mom’s diagnosis and her death was far too short and came at a ridiculously young age. 10 years ago today was the first full day on earth without mom … Continue reading →

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Expanding Al Sabo

Posted on April 5, 2021 by radamdavidson

If you’re in Kalamazoo and looking for a patch of woods with intersecting trails, a variety of terrain, and stunning views, look no further than the Al Sabo Land Preserve. Since moving here, we’ve spent lots of time hiking, exploring, … Continue reading →

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The Easter *Season* (Not Day)

Posted on April 5, 2021 by radamdavidson

As Christmas has Boxing Day (Canada), Easter has back to school Monday (at least in my district). Spring break was last week here at DavidsonHaus, our unhurried mornings fueled by Fruit Loops (not actual fruit) and YouTube. Now the kids … Continue reading →

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Life Update

Posted on March 15, 2021 by radamdavidson

Someone sent me a message looking for a particular blog post that I wrote 5 years ago, and that search reminded me of the importance of writing. There is some value in what I write that, I’ve heard, helps people, … Continue reading →

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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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