I have always perceived Zacchaeus as a short, annoying dweeb – an image that emerged from my Sunday school experience as a child. Luke, however, communicates a very different picture. Though short, Zacchaeus possessed great wealth, influence, humility, leadership, and a whatever it takes attitude. More importantly, he is pursued by Jesus to be restored [...]
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For fifteen years, Mike’s been riding the escalator of upward mobility – starting new companies and trading on the exchange. During this time, he married and had three children. By definition, he became a husband and father, but failed to become a family man. Instead, he continued to be a business man. Perhaps we should [...]
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I’m grateful for the opportunity to attend a private dinner with Robert Egger – the founder and president of the DC Central Kitchen. What an amazing opportunity to personally learn from a top leader in the non-profit sector as I’m at the front end of starting a non-profit organization that births a new church that [...]
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This conversation is a nightly routine. ”Daddy, can I brush my teeth first.” No. I will brush your teeth for you first, and then you can brush. “Why can’t I brush my teeth first?” Because you don’t brush, you suck the toothpaste off the tooth brush and that doesn’t clean your teeth. Every night for months the [...]
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