Author Archives: Jason

Good Friday 2011

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Jason

The mystery of Good Friday is that God chooses to suffer death at the hands of His creation. Why would You do this, O Lord? The only answer seems to be this: Your love endures forever. Your love endures death. … Continue reading →

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2011 MLB Preview: AL East

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Jason

Waiting a few weeks into the season has given me the advantage of seeing a few things. Like the Red Sox TERRIBLE start. Like Manny’s sudden retirement and Evan Longoria’s strained oblique muscle. Like Phil Hughes’ utter lack of velocity. … Continue reading →

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Practical Ideas for Prayer

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Jason

I know it’s been a long time since I’ve posted anything. (Seems like I begin each post that way here lately.) We’ve been enjoying some family vacation time and I’ve been busy prepping for class this summer. But I did … Continue reading →

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2011 MLB Preview: NL West

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Jason

I think this is a really strong division. There aren’t any perfect teams here, but anyone other than Arizona could contend, I think. Here’s my best guess at trying to handicap this division: 1st place: San Francisco Giants I know, … Continue reading →

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2011 MLB Preview: NL Central

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Jason

I’ve thought a lot about this division. A lot. Which should come as no surprise given my lifelong allegiance to the St. Louis Cardinals. In honor of Opening Day, here is my review of the National League Central Division. There … Continue reading →

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On Grace and Faith

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Jason

A helpful thought from Robert Schnase’s wonderful little book Five Practices of Fruitful Living: Grace refers to the gift-like quality of God’s love, the initiating power and presence of God in our lives. Grace is God accepting us, despite our … Continue reading →

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2011 MLB Preview: NL East

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Jason

Time for my annual MLB division preview, starting with the National League East. 1st place: Philadelphia Phillies The Phils’ acquisition of prized free agent SP Cliff Lee sent shock waves through the hot stove league this winter. Adding Lee to … Continue reading →

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The Art of Saying No

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Jason

I’m like most people I know: too busy. I’m probably a nerd for doing this, but I begin each Monday morning by diagramming out my week: administrative responsibilities on Monday, meetings and visits to make on Tuesday, classes to teach … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 25

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Jason

Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not … Continue reading →

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Long Time

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Jason

So it’s been a long time since I’ve written much here. As I said in my last post, I spent several days in Cuba on a mission trip. It’s also been extremely busy for me since I’ve been back: we’re … Continue reading →

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