Life – and 7 other L Words

By: Brian Harris

It’s one of Jesus’ most popular claims, “I am come that you may have life, and life in all its fullness” (John 10:10). The implication is clear. Follow me, and you will find the life that is most truly life.

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No is Just an Invitation to a Different Conversation

By: Brian Harris

I think it’s Brené Brown who said that “no” is just an invitation to a different conversation. That’s a helpful reminder to dive into opportunity thinking, rather than to assume all is lost when faced with a rejection. But how might this look in practice?
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What’s That Giant “t” On Your Roof?

By: Stephen McAlpine


So a Canadian pastor got in touch with me a few days ago to say that he’d discovered my blog (always nice), and that he liked what I wrote (even nicer), and that it rang true for the Canadian scene as well (nicest of all!).

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The Boredom that Sparks Creativity: 5 Potential Benefits from Seriously Dull Moments

By: Brian Harris

What do you think of the saying usually attributed to Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, “Hurry is not of the devil; Hurry is the Devil”?

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Worship Demonstrates He is #1 Priority

By: David Barker

Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvellous deeds among all peoples. PSALM 96:1–3 (NIV)
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Chef or Ingredient. Which are You?

By: Brian Harris

It seemed a strange question at the time. “Chef or ingredient. Which are you?” The more I have pondered it, the more I appreciate its relevance. What’s it getting at?
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How Do I Talk About Jesus with Someone Who Isn’t That Religious?

By: yesHEis

You’ve got a friend. You care about them. And at some point, you’ve probably wondered:
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