Religious Virtuosity: The Spiritual Life on Automatic Pilot
Growing up is, among other possibilities, a process of learning how to do things. We learn to walk and talk, to tie our shoes, and to...
The Whole Earth Is Full of His Glory
This morning I was catching up on what I “should” have been reading during my quiet time the past few days. It wasn’t because I’ve been...
The Holidays: Trying To Be Happier Than We Are
We are on the cusp of what most Americans now refer to, somewhat vaguely, as “the holidays.” The phrase conjures up cold, crisp air,...
Life, Limits, And the Pursuit of Happiness
If you would like a genuine spiritual experience, here’s a suggestion. Next time you’re out and about on a Sunday afternoon—let’s say...
Woodstoves and the Spiritual Life
Learning how to use a woodstove isn’t all that complicated until you actually buy one. You would think that, once it’s installed, all you...
