The story of the Spirit descending on the disciples in Acts 2 is one of chaos, disorder, and defying expectations. And yet not many of us may appreciate when the Spirit shows up in our lives in a similar way.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

What's Saving Your Life Right Now?

10 days ago 33m 28s

Answering the question, "What's saving your life right now?" for myself. How would you answer?Leaving Church by Barbara Brown TaylorMusic: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

God's Anonymous Ones

16 days ago 28m 28s

My sermon at Community Christian Church in North Canton on Sunday, May 12th, 2024.Acts 1:15-17, 21-26Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Creating Through It

24 days ago 34m 2s

Sometimes in the midst of grief or loss, creating through it can help.Paw Prints on the Baptism CakeMusic: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Don't Ask Me How I Did It

Apr 28th, 2024 38m 23s

People occasionally ask me how I've managed to write my books. Here's my basic approach to the creative process, which will seem anticlimactic, and generally boils down to "I just did it."My booksMusic: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Celebrating Our Stories

Apr 21st, 2024 32m 56s

A brief recap of my family's recent experience at Cleveland Fan Expo, and reflections on how and why we connect to stories in books, shows, movies, and comics.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

After the Honeymoon Phase

Apr 14th, 2024 33m 9s

When the initial novelty and excitement of a new experience fades, what do we do? We have several options, one of which is adaptation.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Good Old Thomas

Apr 7th, 2024 32m 3s

The sermon I preached on Sunday, April 7th at Church of the Redeemer UCC in Westlake, Ohio.John 20:19-31Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

When Easter Isn't Easter

Mar 31st, 2024 31m 25s

Easter is meant to be a time of joyful proclamation and celebration. But what if we don't feel much like celebrating?Mark 16:1-8Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

My Therapist Plays Magic: The Gathering

Mar 24th, 2024 38m 56s

One's mental health journey likely will feature many curves, bumps, stops, and starts. But embarking toward healing and wellness at all is what's important.Episode 43: Journaling 101Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Daze-Light Saving Time

Mar 17th, 2024 31m 34s

The spring time change has not been treating me well the past few years. Maybe it's the same for you. I have some ideas of how to ease this exhausting and annoying transition.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Don't Stay in Your Lane

Mar 10th, 2024 34m 31s

Most of us have passions and interests that are vastly different from what people know us to do and to be. Have you ever thought about actually trying to pursue those things? What's holding you back?George Harrison, BrainwashedOld in Art Scho

The Huddle Room Was Too Warm

Mar 3rd, 2024 38m 57s

Not every environment is meant for us if we want to thrive, do our best work, and be our best selves. This episode will explore some of the ways to name why some spaces might feel "off" for us.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Turning 45

Feb 25th, 2024 40m 24s

I just turned 45 and I have some thoughts and feelings about it.Nerdette with Alison Brie and Dave FrancoMusic: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

The Wild Beasts

Feb 18th, 2024 37m 14s

A sermon for the First Sunday in Lent, based on Mark 1:9-15.Mark 1:9-15Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Love and Ashes

Feb 11th, 2024 33m 57s

Once again, Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday will fall on the same day this year. It may not seem like these observances go together very well, but they actually do.Joel 2:1-2, 12-17My BooksMusic: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

It's Only February

Feb 4th, 2024 33m 40s

How are your New Year's resolutions holding up? If they're not doing so well, it might be better to view them in terms of the daily process rather than the end result.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Moonlight Is Lonely

Jan 28th, 2024 30m 43s

My uncle, David Lawrence, passed away this week. This episode celebrates his love of music and family.Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

SNOWMAGEDDON

Jan 21st, 2024 34m 29s

It's been a week of cancelled school (and work) days thanks to snow and cold. This episode explores the happiness that snow days bring, and of finding joy in simple things.Four Weeks: Reflections for AdventMusic: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

They're More Like Guidelines

Jan 14th, 2024 34m 2s

Missing a single instance of our routine can put us into a negative space of guilt, questioning our dedication, comparison to others, and a host of other things. This episode will examine that negative space, as well as how to get out of it.Ep

Transitions All the Way Down

Jan 7th, 2024 35m 37s

Change is happening in our lives constantly, and often there's more than one occurring at a time. How do we deal with it all? What kinds of questions could we ask to do so?Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Pinning Mr. Perfect

Nov 26th, 2023 36m 46s

We may struggle with an internal voice that constantly reminds us of our mistakes, flaws, and imperfections. It can have a negative effect on how we think others see us, as well as our self-perception. What's the key to quieting this voice?NOT

Their Story Is Not Your Story

Nov 19th, 2023 36m 8s

We may sometimes become tempted to compare our experiences with someone else's. That can be problematic for us in a number of ways, chief of which is that it keeps us from recognizing the unique circumstances of our own lives.Music: "Reflectio

It's All Dopamine

Nov 12th, 2023 38m 45s

How do we best set up our brains for success, productivity, and engagement? This episode will explore the Ultradian Rhythm that guides our mental capacity to give our best effort.No Self No Problem by Chris NiebauerKeep Going by Austin Kleon