"For we know that the Law is spiritual, but I am of flesh, sold into bondage to sin.For what I am doing, I do not understand; for I am not practicing what I …
My 2021 Agenda
(Blogger's Note: This is Part II in a series of year-end blog posts.) Last week, I published the newly developed foundation of core ideas that will guide …
When Religion Makes You Think Too Much
It's worth noting at the beginning my sensitivity to this topic. It began in 2012 when a well-intentioned, but misguided church pastor literally walked …
Boundary Pushers Episode One – A Monumental Decision for the United Methodist Church
Beyond the Me
There are three sides to every story: your side, my side, and the truth. And no one is lying. - Robert Evans You’d think after thirty years in print journalism …
The Story of Daniel Brown
As we turned east down the access road a fresh spring breeze rushed through our partially rolled-down windows and the morning sun radiated warmly …
Pilgrim Strong – The People Who Didn’t Get a Byline
(Blogger's Note: This long journey of walking, writing, and marketing comes mostly to a close in three days - at least this particular experience. Our Amazon …
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Pilgrim Strong Book Trailer #1
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We Were Genuinely Crying Out to God
Josh White has faced difficulties that few will ever know. He served a tough tour of military service in Iraq where his Humvee took a direct hit, …
Praying for a Closed Door
There's nothing that excites me more than a good idea. And one of the things I've learned to guard against is my own propensity to get carried away with an idea …
Metanoia: The Ultimate Game Changer
“What comes to our mind when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” ~ A.W. Tozer It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly when, or what caused …
He Called Me a WHAT?
“In the end, everyone can understand themselves only. You are the only one to which you never have to explain what you mean. Everything else is …
It’s Go Time
A PILGRIM'S PRAYER Dear Lord, Give us the courage to set off on pilgrimage. May we travel unhindered by wordly possessions, simply trusting in You for all we …
The Truth About Glory
When you've written as many words as I have over the years, it's kind of a big deal to set one aside as the favorite. As the author of creation I've always …
Video Journal #2 T-13 Days
This post highlights some of the equipment I'll take on pilgrimage for the Camino de Santiago. https://youtu.be/gW-BCyLCgL0 …
Video Journal #1 T-21 Days
This is my first video journal recorded last week, and published via Facebook that day. Just wanted to get it on the blog for the archives. I'll produce a …
The Truth About What You Hallow
(Blogger's Note: I'll create a second video journal tomorrow about preparing for pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago. It will be published here on the blog, …
The Truth About Solvitur Ambulando
It's a phrase I'd never heard until just a few months ago. Solvitur ambulando. A well-read and accomplished friend who's already thru-conquered the Appalachian …
The Truth About Hearing That Voice
(Blogger's Note: Perhaps it's an appropriate moment to share just a word about my writing philosophy, especially what I write here on the blog. I don't aspire …
The Truth About Knowing When Someone Has Your Back
Many years ago I read a book that offered this imaginary account of a woman who'd just passed into the heavenly realm. As she met St. Peter at the …