"Reflection requires stillness.- James ClearOne cost of rushing from thing to thing is that you lose the space to think. Hard work matters, but nonstop motion often hides a quiet truth: you could have used your time better.
If you never pause, you confuse activity with effectiveness. Make time to think. Walk outside. Sit quietly. Create space. Then move again, but this time on purpose."
Multiple times today I have found myself absolutely stopped in my tracks with gratitude for the friends in my life.
Today was a breakthrough on the treadmill. I ran a full 5K at 5.6 (10:42/mi) pace. Next up, 5.7!
Today’s Advent readings…
I just turned off notifications for my social apps. I am going to try and get control of my app usage. My phone buzzes non-stop.
It’s time.
Personal fitness is more than just eating right and exercising.
The ride is in the shop for some maintenance. Excuse to skip the workout? Nope.
Body weight workout it is! Grateful that FitBod is flexible enough to accommodate this with a couple taps. #195by50
Weigh in Wednesday!
9/22/2025 - 259.9 12/10/205 - 243.8 12/17/2025 - 246.7
Total loss - 13.2 lbs
Need to lose to reach 195: 51.7
A disappointing weigh in. I have not made the best choices at various holiday events. The clothes are fitting looser though, so the time in the gym is paying off #195by50
Tuesday nights a group of misfits gather to talk about things that matter. Each year we have a gift exchange and collect things to donate somewhere. This year we collected items for the food pantry and clothing closet run by Lincoln Consolidated Schools.
Today’s Advent readings…
I am preaching from Colossians 3:18-4:1 this coming Sunday. It’s one of those passages in our modern world that is undeniably uncomfortable for us moderns. As I wrestle with it, I am shocked by how subversive it really is.
A good coffee shop playlist cannot be overestimated! I will put The Station Coffee Shop’s playlist up against any shop anywhere.
Today’s Advent readings…
Anytime you see Ezekiel and Jude, buckle up…
Lives Hidden With Christ - Yielded
For the full audio of this message you can listen here, Lives Hidden with Christ - Yielded
This passage from Colossians 3:15-17 is a powerful call to radical Christian living. It challenges us to measure the gap between the ideal of following Jesus and the reality of our daily lives.
Let’s dive into these verses and the three core challenges they present for every believer.
Until Joy Overtakes Us - Being the Answer to "Your Kingdom Come"
The end of last week got away from me, and so, I didn’t write up this reflection on time. I truly intend for these reflections to go out each Sunday, but sometimes I fall short.