by Chris Maxwell | Aug 28, 2017 | Blog
I recently smiled as I walked into a conference room the night before speaking there at a convention. That is best for me—knowing the environment early, rehearsing my way to the rooms, practicing the travel time, adjusting to the atmosphere. Standing near the stage, I...
by Chris Maxwell | Aug 21, 2017 | Blog
A short guy climbing a tree to see over the heads of a crowd intrigues us. Discouragement over his stature and the size of a crowd could have derailed the pursuit of his dream. Zacchaeus did not let that stop him; his determination overruled his dilemma. He...
by Chris Maxwell | Aug 17, 2017 | Blog
What if we really loved one another?What if we hoped for good in other people? What if we chose to forgive those who have hurt us? What if we respected those we disagree with? What if we listened well? What if we asked questions and listened to the answers? What if...
by Chris Maxwell | Aug 13, 2017 | Blog
Through comments sent by friends when I asked about both their favorite stories of Jesus and their questions, I learned many of us have much in common. We ask similar questions. We battle similar wars. We carry similar wounds. We select similar favorites in the...
by Chris Maxwell | Aug 9, 2017 | Blog
It’s that time again. Classes and assignments and schedules. Studying and studying and studying. But let’s not miss the wonder and beauty of learning. How can we make the most of a new year of classes? Here are a few thoughts from some of my friends: I would advise...