Everyday Joy and Lament
A Message to the Thoughtful
Dear thoughtful friends:
“Think deeply – act decisively.”
When we pause and ponder, considering empirical evidence and rational rules;
When we stop and discern the deeper issues;
When we allow timeless truth from Scripture, the wellsprings of a clear conscience and honest assessment from history to guide our actions…
We can bring glory to God, good to the world and help neighborhoods and nations flourish.
Telling the Truth: Political Realities, Part 4
Telling the Truth: Political Realities, Part 3
People and politicians (who are the elected subset of “the people”) are full of contradictory feelings and ideas. The tendency to overgeneralize and universalize is rampant. Who speaks for “the people?” Why are we so quick to opine on what African Americans, Hispanics, White Blue Collar folks, Evangelicals, Women and even LGBTQ folks think on any and every subject? If we are going to engender consensus on vital issues and chart a prosperous future for America and the world, we must end such facile thinking and begin to regard people with more respect and expect more of the political leaders elected and supported by the people.