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The Journey Is Too Much for You

By Chris Jackson

June 16, 2020

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In the story of your life you will have moments when the journey is too much for you. Not in a metaphorical or an emotionally descriptive sense, but in a real, literal one. There are times in our lives when we are not able to carry on. This is…

Band of brothers defeat Destiny discouragement dreams Encouragement Pain perseverance Perspective Teamwork

William's 400-meter failure

By Chris Jackson

May 3, 2016

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During the past few months I have been volunteering as the assistant track and field coach at my daughter’s high school. I’ve loved it, and it has been the fulfillment of a dream I’ve carried ever since I first met Pat Stahl, the track and field coach who profoundly shaped…

Band of brothers Character Perspective Witness

A description of Christians from Marcus Aurelius’ era (how do we measure up?)

By Chris Jackson

December 22, 2015

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In 130-ish AD a famous letter was written to Diognetus (probably the tutor of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius), describing Christians and their character and conduct in the world. As we enter a time of New Year’s reflections, let’s glance at this description and compare it to our own personal…

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Lions versus Tigers

By Chris Jackson

June 18, 2015

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Who would win in the ultimate catfight between a lion and a tiger? We humans love to ask these kinds of questions don’t we? I once watched an entire documentary that was devoted to discovering which predator would win between a hippopotamus and a Tiger Shark (the hippo won by…

Band of brothers

The Journey Is Too Much for You

William's 400-meter failure

A description of Christians from Marcus Aurelius’ era (how do we measure up?)

Lions versus Tigers

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