Words, Words, Words....

Sometimes I have words and ideas in my brain that I am driven to get on paper, or the computer screen. As a result, blogging has become an outlet for me. There are some weeks, however, when my brain is so jumbled with details that I can hardly make it through the 7 days without crashing like a hard drive. This week represents the later....


At the same time, this week I have heard some incredible words from other venues! In my quest for Truth, I listened to a broadcast from Focus on the Family entitled "Strengthening Your Teen's Worldview." The message addresses the core of my search in terms of hope for the future - particularly my sons' futures.... I grew up with some really smart friends - actually gifted in the formal sense of the word. During those years, I observed that intellectually gifted teens often struggle with issues of faith. Fast forward 20+ years, and I now have a gifted child to teach and model my faith. Wow - it is a daunting mission! Additionally, I am currently immersed in an academic environment where I observe Truth questioned and dismissed. My faith is strengthened by these challenges, and I am deeply thankful for a personal relationship with Christ.


It is apropos these days to look down upon people with strong convictions. Dr. James Dobson's Focus on the Family frequently feels this kind of heat - from the full spectrum of people. Let me be quick to say that I do not embrace everything I hear on FOTF broadcasts, but more often than not, I agree. The aforementioned broadcast hits me in the center of my faith journey at this point, and speaks words that I have not clearly articulated. So, if my thoughts have resonated with yours during 2009, then take a listen.


Another broadcast touching the core of my search in recent days is Dr. Chuck Swindoll's current series entitled "Living Right in a Wrong World." Today's message, in particular, struck a chord with me on this journey. The title is "The Disturbing Realities of Our Times." These links will change with the date you search, so if you have trouble finding the exact message, use the website's library. Have I mentioned how useful mp3 players are these days?


Friends, may your journey be enriched as you pursue the knowledge of Christ - especially during Advent!