Author Archives: Jason

Shepherds After My Own Heart

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Jason

A few years ago, a read a great book by Timothy Laniak entitled, “Shepherds After My Own Heart.” It’s an overview of the pastoral tradition found in the Bible. I re-read the introduction tonight and I was struck by the … Continue reading →

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Set My Rhythm

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Jason

Originally posted on already & not yet:
A couple of months ago, God brought someone very special into my life. Out of respect for her privacy, I’ll just call her “Miss Kay”. Miss Kay is a sweet Christian lady who…

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MLB Thoughts: October 9

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Jason

As of this writing, the Royals are leading the O’s 5-1 in the fifth of Game 1 of the ALCS. I’ve said it already, but it’s really refreshing to see these young, hungry clubs vying for the AL pennant. Tonight … Continue reading →

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Children and the Expectation of Leadership

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Jason

“What’s next?” “What are we doing tonight, Dad?” “What’s the game plan for tomorrow?” So we’re on vacation this week. All week long, the kids have been full of questions. To a certain degree, this is par for the course. … Continue reading →

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MLB Thoughts: October 8

Posted on October 8, 2014 by Jason

After a thrilling LDS round of play, the League Championship Series are set to begin this weekend. I know baseball takes its lumps these days for several issues: pace of game, length of season, the residual disenchantment with the steroid … Continue reading →

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MLB Thoughts: October 3

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Jason

The Dodgers and Giants have dominated the NL West this season. For a period of time, the Giants had the best record in the game. Since mid-summer, the Giants have only been a couple of games above .500. But they … Continue reading →

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MLB Thoughts: Sept. 28

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Jason

As a Cardinal fan, I’ve followed the NL Central closely all season. Most Cards fans have been frustrated by this club’s lack of consistency all year. Last year’s team thrived by hitting an all-time best .330 with runners in scoring … Continue reading →

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MLB Thoughts: Sept. 26

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Jason

Well, I promised to write about the National League after review the AL for most of the week. So I’ll do that. But I have to say: Jeter. This guy. What a perfect ending. Just perfect. But seriously, you couldn’t … Continue reading →

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MLB Thoughts: Sept. 25

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Jason

With only a few days left in the season, I’m going to take a crack at handicapping the AL Awards. AL MVP As I wrote earlier in the week, I think Trout finally wins his first MVP award this season. … Continue reading →

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MLB Thoughts: Sept. 24

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Jason

At the July 31 trade deadline, the Oakland A’s were 25 games above .500, scoring more than 5 runs per game, and cruising toward a date with October. Having already gone “all in” by dealing prized prospect Addison Russell to … Continue reading →

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