Why we Need Confident Humility and Humble Confidence
By: Brian Harris
It seems counter-intuitive to say we need confident humility or humble confidence… but bear with me. Read more
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The God of Abraham, the God of Adventure and Jordan Peterson
By: Brian Harris
Regardless of whether you are a Jordan Peterson fan or foe, you will surely agree that he is always interesting and gets you thinking. I am currently working my way through his latest tome, We who Wrestle with God, and will probably write more about it when I’m through. Read more
Blending Amish and the 21st Century
By: Brian Harris
I recently wondered if it might be possible to navigate life part Amish, part 21st century. Of course a whole lot of qualifiers need to be thrown in, and I realise the thesis would never stand up to serious scrutiny, and those in the know will want to correct me on endless aspects of Amish life.
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Can Good Come from Conflict? Listening for the Spirit’s voice
By: Brian Harris
Sometimes it is better to think about conflict in a peaceful season, so that when the tide changes, you are prepared.
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Option B – When Life Doesn’t Run to Plan
By: Brian Harris
Resentfully lamenting that our life dream has not come true can blind us to the new opportunities setbacks sometimes birth.
Wear Your Failure Like a Flag
By: Brian Harris
I recently floated the idea that regret should be a signpost not a home, and in this post I would like to explore the counsel to wear your failure like a flag.
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Grief is Love With No Place to Go…
By: Brian Harris
I’m not certain where the obscure title of today’s post comes from (it’s often attributed to Jamie Anderson) but I’ve been pondering it ever since I heard it as a throwaway comment in the wonderful Three Pines mystery series. “Grief is love with no place to go“.
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On Bringing Little Bits of Happiness: The Value of Micro-Encounters
By: Brian Harris
I was listening to a podcast to pass the 15 minutes that lay ahead on the elliptical trainer. The sentiment expressed was simple, but I thought it worth developing. Read more
Because Regret Should Be a Signpost, Not a Home…
By: Brian Harris
Some of you have asked how my 30 Proverbs Challenge is going. Others have asked what my next book will be. Read more
From Loneliness to Solitude: Practicing the Presence of God
By: Brian Harris
In his wonderful book, Reaching Out, Henri Nouwen suggests there are three key movements in the spiritual life. There is the movement from loneliness to solitude; from hostility to hospitality; and from illusion to prayer.
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