What Anne Lamott Told Me About My Story
- June 13, 2017
- by
- Rachel Dawson
Anne Lamott answered a question of mine today. No, literally. TED hosted a Facebook live video with the author, and encouraged viewers to comment with their questions for her. I, loving Lamott and all of her writing, jumped at this. “In your memoirs,” I asked, “how do you balance telling YOUR story with honoring the stories of others and protecting their own privacy when they intersect and overlap with yours?”
I didn’t expect she’d really answer it, as the host and Lamott kept chatting, BUT THEN SHE DID. The host read my name aloud and...
If We’re Talking Bodies
- June 12, 2017
- by
- Heather Moore
Have you heard Katy Perry’s new song “Bon Appetit”? (I do NOT recommend watching the music video.) She proclaims that the entire album is...
Transitioning to a Life of Service
- May 30, 2017
- by
- Ivan Moore
In the past few weeks, millions of brand new college graduates hit the “real world.” So in our ministry, it has been difficult to...
The Imposter
- May 30, 2017
- by
- Devon Johnson
There are moments that you expect to be perfect. Like when you take a long walk along a beach at night in hopes for...
Are We Meant to Take This Seriously?
- May 23, 2017
- by
- Brandon Miller
“The kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold...
What Happens When You Give Up Social Media
- May 19, 2017
- by
- Rachel Dawson
Life without screens.
I spend all day on social media. No, really. My job is in the Christian media space, I manage no less than...
How Netflix Ruined Waiting On The Lord
- May 18, 2017
- by
- Chris Lawson
This article was originally posted in 2015 (Note the “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” reference)
Confession: I am an unashamed, unapologetic television watcher. I have a spreadsheet...
You’re Not Too Young To Lead
- May 17, 2017
- by
- Josh Godwin
It’s on us to empower the future.
I’ve heard people described before as “natural leaders.” These people normally fit a pretty common mold: charismatic, intelligent,...
You Don’t Have The Right To Die
- May 10, 2017
- by
- James Harris
All lives have value. It is time to start acting like it.
For the past few years, the controversial “Right-To-Die” movement has been gaining momentum...
Every Day Excuses?
- May 08, 2017
- by
- Steve Davis
“Jesus never promised that faith would be easy. He only promised that it is the best and only way for mankind to truly live” ...