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    In-Tune and On-Tempo With God:  A Musical Interpretation of Spirituality

    In-Tune and On-Tempo With God: A Musical Interpretation of Spirituality

    Too often, I think of obedience as forced compliance to God’s demands.  There’s no joy in compliance.  There’s no relationship in compliance.  There’s no freedom in compliance.  Mostly, compliance suggests coercion and fear of repercussion.  Too often, I think of God’s Will as being too narrow, too limiting.  Rather, what…

    January 30, 2019
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    SuperSoul Question #8.1: “What do you know for sure?” (Part 8.1 – my second answer to Question #8 – of an eight (now nine) part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #8.1: “What do you know for sure?” (Part 8.1 – my second answer to Question #8 – of an eight (now nine) part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    The point is, when it comes to the things of God, we’re attempting to wrap our minds around something too big, too vast, too powerful, and too good.  At best, even the most brilliant scholars, the most adept artists, and the most articulate preachers and poets are making well-intentioned, yet…

    January 16, 2019
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    SuperSoul Question #8: “What do you know for sure?” (Part 8, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #8: “What do you know for sure?” (Part 8, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    God exists… God is good… God is for us, not against us.

    January 14, 2019
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    A Strange Sight

    A Strange Sight

    I saw a strange sight today.

    January 13, 2019
  • Death Kingdom of Heaven Life SuperSoul
    SuperSoul Question #7: “What do you think will happen when you die?” (Part seven, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #7: “What do you think will happen when you die?” (Part seven, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    Mostly, for me, Heaven remains a mystery, and I’m VERY “ok” with that.  I don’t know what it will be, and I’m not a bit concerned.  I seriously doubt I have the ability to comprehend what Heaven actually is.  I’m just absolutely sure it’s going to be wonderful!

    January 8, 2019
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    SuperSoul Question #6: “What is your personal prayer?” (Part six, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #6: “What is your personal prayer?” (Part six, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    My prayer is mostly silent.  My prayer, primarily, is simply resting in God’s presence, being as fully present and attentive to God as I can manage, as I’m confident God is fully present to me. 

    January 7, 2019
  • Faith Life Soul Spiritual Growth Spirituality SuperSoul
    SuperSoul Question #5: “What is the secret to a happy life?” (Part five, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #5: “What is the secret to a happy life?” (Part five, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    So, what is the secret to happiness? IT’S NOT A SECRET!  The Bible’s been teaching it for years.  Forget about happiness – that’s the secret.  Forget about it.  Enjoy it when it comes for a visit.  But, don’t worry about happiness.  Instead, seek joy.  Learn to be content.  Know God,…

    January 4, 2019
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    SuperSoul Question #4: “What do you believe is the purpose of life?” (Part four, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #4: “What do you believe is the purpose of life?” (Part four, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    We’re made to know and enjoy God.  There’s joy in knowing, serving, and loving God.  There’s joy in discovering our purpose.

    January 3, 2019
  • Faith Spirituality SuperSoul
    SuperSoul Question #3: “Have you always considered yourself a spiritual person?” (Part three, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    SuperSoul Question #3: “Have you always considered yourself a spiritual person?” (Part three, of an eight-part series of posts, based on interview questions Oprah typically asks on her SuperSoul Conversations Podcast.)

    These days, I know God is real, and I know God is with me.  I feel God in me, as close as my heart beating in my chest.  When I listen, God speaks.  When I search for God, I don’t have to look very far.   Neither do you.  

    January 1, 2019
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    My 2018 Reading List

    My 2018 Reading List

    One of my goals for 2018 was to read fifty books.  Unfortunately, I only made it to forty nine!  If I try really hard, I might be able to finish number fifty (Ellie Wiesel’s All Rivers Run to the Sea) before the ball drops at midnight.  We’ll see.  Either way, I’m close…

    December 31, 2018
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