I just finished reading John Hever’s book, The Hidden Delight of God. It’s an extended study of the biblical Exodus account, with some cultural analysis and adaptation. And I should probably admit that I received an advance copy of the book directly … Continue reading
Zippy the Chimp was published in 1953 and sold for 39 cents a copy. It was written by Lee Ecuyer, with photographs by Benn Mitchell. But it was a children’s book. And as such, it was never supposed to be … Continue reading
I’ve been working with a group of student-leaders this semester, trying to increase their “gospel fluency.” So we’ve practiced a few different tools for sharing the most essential elements of the Good News of Jesus: the Bridge… the Three Circles… … Continue reading
I recently finished reading Khaled Hosseini’s novel, A Thousand Splendid Suns. A friend recommended the book to me a couple of months back, but I honestly can’t remember who it was! Part of that forgetfulness is because it took so long … Continue reading
Spotify has created its own holiday. Have you noticed? Its annual publication of listeners’ “Year Wrapped” at the end of November / beginning of December feels momentous. My family looks forward to it for weeks ahead of time. And when … Continue reading
Have you seen the new movie on Apple TV+ called “Spirited?” It was just released last week, though Apple has been promoting it for a little while now. It’s got a lot of big-name actors in starring roles. But I … Continue reading
I recently finished reading Alan Gratz’s novel, Prisoner B-3087. It was recommended to me by my son, Cor. He’s recently become interested in the history of the Second World War, much like I was at his age. And when he told … Continue reading
I recently finished reading China Achebe’s novel, Things Fall Apart. It was recommended to me by a friend and faithful H2O Intern named Tanner. Her recommendation came the day after I finished reading Danielle Daniel’s Daughters of the Deer. I was … Continue reading
I recently finished reading Danielle Daniel’s novel, Daughters of the Deer. I have a vague memory of hearing about it through the recommendation of an Instagram friend, though I can no longer remember who. The recommendation just happened to come at … Continue reading
I love a good flag. Vexillology (the study of flags) combines my passions for history, geography, storytelling, and design. Furthermore, I love locality. The older I’ve gotten, the more I’ve learned to appreciate and prioritize deeply knowing and inhabiting one’s … Continue reading