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Quotable: With Frederick Buechner – Take 2

Brian Harris — Sun, 20 Jan 2019 22:00:53 +0000

This is a second take on Frederick Buechner (1926-), an ordained Presbyterian minister, who is a notable novelist, preacher and theologian. I recently read one of his memoirs, Telling Secrets, and it led me to track down some insights from his thirty plus published works. His novel, Godric, was a 1981 finalist for the Pulitzer prize. You […]

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Quotable: With Frederick Buechner

Brian Harris — Sun, 13 Jan 2019 22:00:12 +0000

Frederick Buechner (1926-), an ordained Presbyterian minister, is a notable novelist, preacher and theologian. I’m currently enjoying reading one of his memoirs, Telling Secrets, and it has led me to track down some insights from his thirty plus published works. His novel, Godric, was a 1981 finalist for the Pulitzer prize. You might well be aware of […]

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Quotable: For the New Year – take 2

Brian Harris — Sun, 06 Jan 2019 22:00:52 +0000

As 2019 gets under way, here are a few gems for the journey. The first three are attributed to Mother Teresa, the remainder, unknown. In the end, dear friend, it is always between us and God, not between us and them. Mother Teresa If you judge people, you have no time to love them. Mother Teresa God […]

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Quotable: For the New Year…

Brian Harris — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 22:00:22 +0000

With a new year almost upon us, I thought it appropriate to cite a few relevant quotes and thoughts that might provide some direction… But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me […]

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Managing Monday with John Maxwell – Take 3

Brian Harris — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 22:00:55 +0000

Say the name John Maxwell (1947 – ) and most people immediately think of his work on leadership. A pastor, motivational speaker and best selling author, his ability to summarize key leadership principles into memorable axioms or striking quotes is remarkable. This is our third look at some of his ideas… You’ll never change your […]

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Managing Monday with John Maxwell – Take 2

Brian Harris — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 22:00:00 +0000

Say the name John Maxwell (1947 – ) and most people immediately think of his work on leadership. A pastor, motivational speaker and best selling author, his ability to summarize key leadership principles into memorable axioms or striking quotes is remarkable. This is a second look at some of his thoughts… Every day, leaders must […]

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Managing Monday with Elisabeth Elliot – Take 3

Brian Harris — Sun, 08 Jul 2018 22:00:51 +0000

Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015) is usually remembered for her work with the tribe who killed her missionary husband, Jim Elliot. She went on to author over twenty books, was a popular radio broadcaster and inspirational speaker, an adjunct professor at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a significant Christian leader. Here is a third and final look at some […]

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Managing Monday with Elisabeth Elliot – Take 2

Brian Harris — Sun, 01 Jul 2018 22:00:44 +0000

Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015) is often remembered for her missionary work to the tribe who killed her missionary husband, Jim Elliot. She went on to author over twenty books and was a popular radio broadcaster and inspirational speaker, as well as an adjunct professor at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Here is a second look at some of her thoughts… […]

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Managing Monday with Elisabeth Elliot

Brian Harris — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 22:00:42 +0000

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Stanley Hauerwas – take 3

Brian Harris — Sun, 27 May 2018 22:00:11 +0000

Stanley Hauerwas (1940- ) is a noted American theologian, ethicist and academic. Here is a third look of some of his thoughts. For those who would like to read more of Hauerwas, here is a link to Patrik Hagman’s blog which provides a complete guide to his work. For Christians do not place their hope in their […]

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