Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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When Passion Pays A Price
I’m quite a passionate person. Living in a passionate world surrounded by many kinds of passionate people. Strong feelings and strong beliefs–which run the gamut of issues and faiths–drive us all. Passion flavors life with an intensity of desire that can be overwhelming. I’m passionate about quite a few things. My family elevates my passion…
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When Family Feels Uncomfortable
I’ve got a really big family. And we don’t always get along. I’m not talking about genetics. My immediate family has worked hard at connecting with each other. I’m referring to that ever-growing family of people who are followers of Jesus. There are those who’ve said, “They’re not really family. They just believe the…
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What’s The Rest Of The Story?
I’m bone-weary. My body and mind are tired. My emotions are out of control. My soul is tired. We’ve been in Colorado for over a month, with folks taking classes and preparations happening for our big conference that begins this Friday. There have been meetings, plans implemented, rethought and tried again. Construction has been necessary…
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Magnificent Disruption
I just wanted to go to the mountains. We’ve been in Colorado for over a month and had yet to make it to Rocky Mountain National Park. Work was hectic, deadlines were looming. Saturday dawned with the sun promising to abdicate to rain clouds. Rain wasn’t going to discourage us from going. It might make…
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Eenie, Meenie, Enneagram, Which?
I’ve had the distinct privilege of working with our staff this summer, helping them better understand themselves, their gifting and how they show up in life. Assessments are remarkable tools that give folks a feel for the depth of who they are. One of those assessments I’ve begun to use was actually my thorn in…
Tip of My Iceberg 