Category Archives: personal growth

Yes, There Will be a Recession

Posted on August 19, 2019 by radamdavidson

Economists and politicians are bantering about a likely recession in the coming years.   These are bad optics for some, stark truth for others, and dismissible news for optimists.  To be honest, I can’t help but pay attention.  My hunch is … Continue reading →

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Outside Outlet

Posted on July 12, 2019 by radamdavidson

Today has been consumed by the quick job of installing an electric outlet.  New work, outside.  20A.  120VAC. A job like this will usually take about an hour, maybe two if you hit a snag. If you hit several snags, … Continue reading →

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Vacations

Posted on July 8, 2019 by radamdavidson

Vacations are difficult because it takes work to rest.  Saturdays were the best when I was a kid — waking up at the regular school time only to realize that there’s no school always made my legs tickle.  Back to … Continue reading →

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2019: A Year of Community (Renovation Church 01/06/18)

Posted on January 6, 2019 by radamdavidson

  Someone emailed me yesterday and, at the end of their email, wrote “can’t wait to hear the first message of 2019!” which reminded me of two things: first, this is the first Sunday of the new year.  It’s hard … Continue reading →

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Three Lessons I’ve Learned About Losing Weight & Keeping It Off

Posted on November 29, 2017 by radamdavidson

From 318 pounds to 238 pounds. I tipped the scales at 318 pounds, which, even for a 6’5″ male pushes me beyond the traditional medical height/weight chart.  “Obese” is a word I don’t care for, especially applied to me.  I … Continue reading →

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Golf Tips: Devoted, Watchful, Thankful [Colossians 4:2]

Posted on November 22, 2017 by radamdavidson

My brother in law taught me how to drive a golf ball at a pristine golf course on the Atlantic side of sunny, sunny Florida.  Until then my only knowledge of the game (sport, addiction) was on my PlayStation 2, … Continue reading →

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The Difference Between Proximity and Identity

Posted on April 10, 2017 by radamdavidson

This being Holy Week, I find myself thinking quite a bit about the experience of the first disciples as they witnessed the most important event(s) in human history.  We were created, we fell away, we are being redeemed through Christ. … Continue reading →

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If this isn’t nice, what is?

Posted on April 20, 2016 by radamdavidson

It was during my high school and college years that my cultural sensitivities (or lack thereof) were influenced by a television show called Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K).  When I heard that cast member/writer Kevin Murphy (Tom Servo, et al) is … Continue reading →

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10 Ways to Keep It Complicated

Posted on March 12, 2016 by radamdavidson

  Based on my own experience, here are 10 ways to make sure we’re keeping life as complicated and frustrating as we can: When it comes to decisions, especially big ones like who to marry or everyday decisions like how … Continue reading →

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Lent: Some Notes on Fasting

Posted on February 15, 2016 by radamdavidson

I preached a sermon (tried to, at least) on Fasting yesterday at pfmchurch.  Using Scot McKnight’s excellent book Fasting as a guide, I pointed out four kinds of fasting: Water Fast: That’s where you drink water but eat no food. Juice Fast: That’s … Continue reading →

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