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Larry Munson: A Tribute

Larry Munson: A Tribute

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When I heard Larry Munson died Sunday night, my first memory of his distinct voice was listening to the 1981 Sugar Bowl on short wave radio in the wee hours of the morning while living in England. From that moment on, his signature calls were imbedded into my consciousness every time I thought about some [...]

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If My Body is a Temple … interview with author Scott Davis (part 1)

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I recently sat down with freshly published author Scott Davis to discuss his new book, “If My Body Is a Temple, Then I Was a Megachurch: My journey of losing 132 pounds with no exercise!” Unhealthy eating and obesity are no laughing matters, but Scott has a great way of taking a serious subject and [...]

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Jesus, Occupy Me

Jesus, Occupy Me

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Published: October 12, 2011 | By Jason

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Watching the Occupy Wall Street protests, I’ve had a range of reactions. I’ve laughed at protesters walking the streets dressed up like zombies. I’ve also sympathized with those who have no jobs. And I’ve joined those protesting in shaking my head in disappointment at what a culture of greed has wrought in our country. However, [...]

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Dinner for Wiley

Dinner for Wiley

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Published: August 15, 2011 | By Jason

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While standing in a farmer’s market store this week, my daughter Faith – nearly 5 years old – sounded out the phrase “fresh eggs” on her own. It was a small moment of pride as a father: my daughter is becoming literate. (Can there be much greater joy for a dad whose job involves words [...]

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Living Deeply in a Surface Society

Living Deeply in a Surface Society

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Published: July 27, 2011 | By Jason

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EDITOR’S NOTE: I met Tim Willard several  years ago and have always enjoyed hearing about different types of writing projects that he was working on. When he told me about this book, I got excited and thought it would spark an important discussion. Finally, Veneer: Living Deeply in a Surface Society by Tim Willard and Jason Locy [...]

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Flying Pigs, Crocs & Monkeys

Flying Pigs, Crocs & Monkeys

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Last fall, I took a trip to Ecuador to learn more about what Mission Aviation Fellowship is doing in the Amazon rain forest. Making 20 minute flights between villages seemed like no big deal – until you consider that those same 20 minutes equal up to a week or more of traveling by foot through [...]

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Diversions: The Silent Killer of Thought

Diversions: The Silent Killer of Thought

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In a world that is quickly becoming dominated by social media and online experiences, a fatal beat track is being laid, one that is urging us to conform to its rhythms without regard for our souls. Do you hear it? With every click of our keyboards or tap of our smart phones, we sink further [...]

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Life Lessons Friday: “Never Reveal Your True Feelings on an Intercom”

Life Lessons Friday: “Never Reveal Your True Feelings on an Intercom”

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Published: July 15, 2011 | By Jason

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EDITOR’S NOTE: I still have plenty of life lessons to learn, but I thought I would start a series on Fridays that would highlight different lessons I’ve already learned. These may more or less be a personal reminder so I won’t make the same mistakes, but nevertheless, here it goes. (And if you’ve got one [...]

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Pliable to Serve a Prince or a Pauper

Pliable to Serve a Prince or a Pauper

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Published: July 14, 2011 | By Jason

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Recently during a visit to the dentist’s office, my hygienist told me that she likes to write but when she tries to put her ideas on paper, they come out a jumbled mess. I told her that I understood – and I feel the same way. Staring at me like I had just told her [...]

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The Need for Grace in Social Media

The Need for Grace in Social Media

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Sometimes I think social media and the Internet is like smoking around a gas truck. And that can be both good and bad. Good when an idea worth sharing explodes. Bad when you’re covered in soot and wondering why you ever thought whatever you posted was funny. I often think I’m wittier than I really [...]

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