My life was about to change. It was May 1976, the second event in the new Seattle Kingdome. The first event was a soccer match featuring the famous, Pele. Coming to Seattle was Billy Graham for a week of sharing love and the gospel with all sides of society in Read more
Dead men walking. A difficult phrase but something I see in many of the homeless men that I work with in Bellevue, WA. Life seems to be sucked out of them especially those who are addicted, struggle with emotional issues, or who have been continually on the street. This past year Read more
We at Living Perspectives work closely with Congregations for the Homeless (CFH) to help men transition to productive living. I have learned that, in the vernacular of the day, “Homeless men’s lives matter.” Because I believe that, I invite you to attend the upcoming CFH annual luncheon: Thursday, October 5, 11:30, Read more
Beza is the Chaplain in an Ethiopian prison and my friend. He is a family man who has survived serious illness, civil unrest, apathy in the church community for those in prison, loss of a wife and raised a musically gifted special-needs son. He is the face of Jesus Read more
Regarding the Russians, President Ronald Reagan said, “Trust but verify.” Unlike the Russians, we can trust God to be true to His character and word, today, yesterday and forever. Our money says, “In God We Trust.” If we can trust God there is no limit to our joy and peace. Trust Read more
Is your flame of faith burning brightly? Are you awed and overwhelmed by the scope and power of a God that created the universe, and personally loves you and me? Why wouldn’t I want to have confidence in the Great Designer once I answer the question, “Does God really exist?” Now Read more
What is FTO? Faith/Trust/Obedience These three words are key to producing spiritual fruit in our lives and the lives of others. This is the first blog in a series of 4 addressing the impact of FTO in our lives. Definitions: Faith-Strongly Held Belief/Conviction/Optimism/Confidence in someone or something; belief in God Read more
Are you in some kind of major life or career transition? The Israelites were and big time. Joshua and Caleb had returned from a scouting trip to the Promised Land and reported to Moses and his management team, of the opportunity and lushness of the land. Others on the scouting Read more
Ever been a victim? robbery; assault; falsely accused; bullied; family “conspiracy;” an unfair boss; or who knows what? Remaining as a real or perceived victim is not good for physical, mental or spiritual health. There is always a way out. We are never too old to get a fresh perspective on a subject. Read more
My recent Facebook posting of baseball teammates and longtime friends, drew a lot of comments. I have been blessed with friends who have cared, counseled, confronted, and encouraged me. Jeanne and I have friends who have endured with us over the good, and the challenging, times. What are a few Read more