American Idol on Easter… I’m Still Standing

You could say the theme of the Easter episode was “I’m still standing” as most contestants AND judges Lionel, Luke, and Carrie performed songs about Jesus– because, you know, if he rose from the dead then technically he’s still standing. So much for death having victory, right? But not all contestants got to sing. FourContinue reading “American Idol on Easter… I’m Still Standing”

Running Like Peter on Easter Morning

Every year for the past however many years, I’ve participated in “Jesus, the Risen 1K” which, based on my own amateur research, is how far Peter (and Mary, John, and others I’m sure) ran to the tomb of Jesus when he (they) were told Jesus was no longer in the tomb. Can you imagine thatContinue reading “Running Like Peter on Easter Morning”

Jesus and the Empty Tomb, What Does It All Mean?

As a man of Christian faith, Good Friday means everything!! But also, Easter Sunday means everything!! But also, Christmas means everything!! Can you tell I’m a little dramatic? I guess it’s probably more accurate to say that each of these foundational moments in the Christian faith are so, so, so important. Without Good Friday, areContinue reading “Jesus and the Empty Tomb, What Does It All Mean?”

Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?

As millions of people all over the world celebrate Easter, a particular song has popped up in my own little world this weekend. I’ve already heard it twice in two days at my church’s Good Friday service and a rendition by Skye Peterson during a concert Saturday evening (Holy Saturday), the amazing Andrew Peterson andContinue reading “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?”

Daylight Savings Time Is A Hoax

Daylight savings time is a hoax and I there’s proof. I have a high-maintenance dog but not the kind that needs medical attention or requires a special diet. She’s the type that wants what she wants when she wants it. Some might call her a diva which is synonymous with beagle. Here’s Piper! She’s 14Continue reading “Daylight Savings Time Is A Hoax”