The Smithsonian’s Odd Omission
I’m enjoying a great day with my wife Ann in Philadelphia. Despite the heat we have delighted in viewing the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. I am always amazed at the number of people from around the world who come to our nation’s capital, New York...Leaders Don’t Lie
One of the hardest lessons for leaders to learn is to tell the truth. What might seem obvious to anyone in leadership about the truth may not be easy to practice. Leaders are constantly involved in delicate matters whether in business, non-profits, or church. Some...Live A Transparent Life Behind The Veil Of Numbers
Recently I received a computer generated telephone call informing me that my debit card was deactivated. I was confused at first but decided to listen to the message to determine what was going on. The computer’s voice asked for my cooperation in order to get my...Restaurants Serve Disappointment And A Good Reminder
Help me understand two of my recent restaurant experiences. Last Friday I ordered grilled chicken for lunch at a local restaurant only to be informed that no chicken was left. It was listed on a blackboard as the daily special, it was 11:00 AM, the restaurant had...Just For A While: Reflections from Malawi
It was my pleasure recently to travel to the small African nation of Malawi. A group from our church went to a resort on the shores of Lake Malawi, the nation’s eastern border separating it from Mozambique. Malawi is a nearly unknown nation which lives in the...A Readiness For Change
I was visiting with two friends recently and our conversation turned to transitions. At my age (62) there are predictable topics that generally accompany conversations. They include among other things: health, grandchildren, past athletic endeavors(???), and...Tebowed Again?
Yesterday Tim Tebow was traded by the Denver Broncos to the New York Jets. The trade follows two weeks of the Peyton Manning courtship that Denver won. I do not remember anyone making much of what Tebow might think, how he might feel, and what losing his job as...Southern Baptist Convention: What’s In A Name?
Last night a special Committee appointed by SBC President Bryant Wright recommended to the Executive Committee of the SBC that the name Southern Baptist Convention would remain as the official name of the Southern Baptist Convention. I’m sure that is a relief to...Paterno’s Pardon
A Good Man Passes Away Joe Paterno passed away after a short battle with cancer. His final battle was an exemption from a larger one looming over his role in the public scandal surrounding Jerry Sandusky. Jerry Sandusky has been tried in the court of public opinion...Shopping Cart 
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