A posture of humility and meekness is necessary for the Christian life. Afterall, how can you confess your sin and place all your confidence in Jesus Christ (rather than yourself) if you have never been humbled? Imagine a proud man (or woman) walking into God's presence. That's just laughable and silly.| Living Theologically
Philanthropists should learn from the late John Bogle’s humility and localism. Because of his selfless business decisions, we had one less billionaire philanthropist and millions more middle-class givers spread throughout the world.| Philanthropy Daily
All summer, I’ve been chipping away at my next book, which is a practical exploration of a single pregnant verse of Scripture: Micah 6:8. He has told you, O mortal, what is good;and what does the LORD require of youbut to do justice, and to love kindness,and to walk humbly with your God? After mulling … Continue reading You can’t think your way out→| joshuamcnall.com
Mikel Herrington is a veteran of both AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps. We explore curiosity as the underpinning that brings people into civil service, reciprocal curiosity across cultural and experiential divides, humility, humor, how service allows room for listening, and why someone might carry a pecan for years...| CHOOSE TO BE CURIOUS
How a leader takes responsibility: They admit fallibility. They ask forgiveness. They explicitly create space for speaking up. And they mean it! It’s almost like #TedLasso has been studying The Fearless Organization. Chapter 7, The Leader’s Toolkit, to be precise. If only. But the message is there and that’s what counts.| Amy C. Edmondson
One of the interesting, seemingly contradictory, things about Christianity is that it is both very simple and deeply complex. The basics of following God are easily grasped once He opens your mind to understand, and at the same time there’s so much depth to His truth that you’ll never exhaust the possibility for learning more. … Read more The Depth and the Simplicity of Christ| Like An Anchor
“I was interested in seeing how this experience would challenge and change me.” ~ Mikel Herrington In his 1961 inaugural address, President John F. Kennedy asked the country to consider its place in the world. He anchored it with a question — in curiosity — about how we might want to show up. So when the very programs […]| Listening to the Universe
Transgender identity raises a variety of interesting philosophical questions, and on an issue this controversial, the answers to those questions will necessarily be controversial too. I recently fo…| Love of All Wisdom
Many know about Jesus, but few truly know Him. This is the story of one man’s desperate, imperfect, and sacred pursuit to recognize the Savior’s face—and be recognized in return.| Public Square Magazine
I could see peace instead of this. ~A Course in MiraclesA friend of mine some years ago had worked very hard to get to a position of success. He had a good job and was| Galen Pearl
I enjoyed rereading todays refresh post. Number 5, “Silence releases us from the oppressive bondage of always having to have the last word” resonates with me, and I think it has something to say to us during challenging times. It’s a short post. Hope you enjoy it. Refresh: 10 Reasons why Silence is Golden We […]| Brian Harris
Faith and doubt don’t have to pull you apart. When the heart is sincere, humble, open, and willing, questions can lead not to fear—but to revelation, clarity, and lasting peace.| Public Square Magazine
Faith and doubt aren’t enemies—they’re part of the same sacred journey. When questioning is sincere and rooted in trust, it becomes the very path to deeper faith, clarity, and conviction.| Public Square Magazine
I shot out of the wombclutching a ticket out of townand have never since looked back.Any road ahead, I thought. Forgetthe names, the places and faces,be a mover. And now I just linger, embracing th…| the Book of Pain
The crisis point comes to every one of us when it comes to following Jesus. We see it most clearly in Mark 14. In reading its words, we find out about those who are all-in for Him and those who have their doubts about Him. The Savior is at a table in a house in […]| GGWO Church Baltimore
Learning to lean into the opportunities for humility In childhood Sunday School classes, we sang “Humble Thyself in the Sight of the Lord” in a perfect two-part round that sent chills down my spine, but I don’t ever remember any teacher ever teaching on humility. The Fruit of the Spirit, yes. Being loving, courageous, evangelistic […] The post I Probably Think I’m Better Than You first appeared on Amy Medina.| Amy Medina
You add one and remove one,it’s the natural course of things.What you seek is the fairytale balance(none too many, none too few)so that as you near division by zero: infinity,that gift of gif…| the Book of Pain
The Dao De Jing teaches that nothing is more soft and yielding than water, and yet nothing is more powerful. Water yields without resistence when pushed, yet simply by following its intrinsic nature, water carves out great canyons, wears down intransigent rocks, cascades through quicksilver rapids, and plunges over thundering waterfalls. People think that softness […]| Galen Pearl
As I was reading Galatians a couple weeks ago, I was struck by how much Paul packs into those first couple sentences of the letter. He introduces himself, explains his qualifications for writing to…| Like An Anchor
In a world where you can be anything, be kind. Wynne explores the power of intention and the limits we place on grand visions.| Wise & Shine
This story about a tiger and a crow some days ago that I think it teaches that true greatness does not come from dominance.| Wise & Shine
I sincerely appreciate Professor Levy’s continued engagement with my work. I’ll keep things short this time by offering direct responses to crucial passages in his reply (2024b). There are four of…| Social Epistemology Review and Reply Collective
by Sarah Lovett In the pursuit of knowledge, Christians face the temptation of pride in their intellectual powers. However, a clear awareness of their depravity should lead believers to see that all of their knowledge is merely an extension of God’s grace. In fact, because of humankind’s fall into sin, men and women need the […]| Helwys Society Forum
1What would it have matteredthe Name You chose?And yet You chose the one that was perfect. 2The only truth I knowis that Truths are many,the most important beingthat there is only One. Thank you fo…| the Book of Pain
Practicing the external martial arts taekwondo and kung fu gave me lots of experience with humility. Resuming this training in my 50s after being away from it for several decades meant that I was a beginner once again and most often the oldest person in the room. It was obvious from the start that I […]| Galen Pearl
He thought the best thing the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation could do was find a few good nonprofits that were doing sensible things, and bring them whatever help they needed.| the Giving Review
Jesus walks on water – Julius von Klever 1850-1924 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8…| Veil of Veronica
The first poem was—with great love and admiration—written for Mme. Ulfet Mustafa, a wonderful, darling lady who long ago took into her heart and home a young, foolish, and very bad French-speaking …| the Book of Pain
That low lying storm cloud that hangs over you can’t master the light of Christ that raises you.| Ann Voskamp
It doesn’t sit very well with many modern readers, including myself, to put a high value on shame. We often find shame to be something that cripples us, makes us burn with embarrassment in a …| Love of All Wisdom
1 Spring hope from winter despair,I think, as the leaves begin to turn.What sprouts is a qualityof the heart, just knowing. 2 I am more through Youin Your merest breath,than I am through mein my deepest wish.Breathe on. Two poems … Continue reading →| the Book of Pain
Through it all, please,after every stone is liftedand every grade leveled,after every tear is weptand everything put in its place,let me sing not of discipline(as weighty as that is)but of something lighter,as light as it can be,and broader and louder,from … Continue reading →| the Book of Pain
He was too humble to make it obvious, but with context and analysis, it's clear that the apostle Matthew was among the most Christ-like men who ever lived.| Mormon History
How to achieve it when you definitely can’t control everything.| Bridges of Words
Which Zoramites do the modern Latter-day Saints most resemble?| Insight
We’re called to imitate Frodo's mercy and humility as we walk through this American political Mordor.| Christ and Pop Culture
Active listening is a skill that many managers struggle with. It's essential for creating a productive, friendly, and respectful workplace| Risely
In Greek mythology, Arachne was a highly skilled weaver. So confident was she of her talent that she bragged her weaving was more beautiful than that of the goddess Athena. Athena did not take kindly| Galen Pearl
A theme throughout C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia series is the idea that Aslan (the analog for Jesus in the series) is “not a tame lion.” This phrase generally conveys that Aslan (and by extension God) is not what we might expect or even want. Mr. Beaver, when asked if Aslan is safe replies, “Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good.” Lewis here captures what is sometimes called the terror The post He’s Not a Tame Lion appeared first on Conciliar...| Conciliar Post
"We know God by having an open mind," Pope Francis recently said. "Each of us must look into our hearts." It seems a day does not pass when there's not a new qu| The Mindful Word
Reading Time: 4 minutes By Marianne Clyde Today, I am noticing the craziness of reactivity and judgment in online conversations. No, it’s not new. However, it does seem| USA Daily Standard
It comes as no surprise to me that as the time of the Cross draws near Jesus purposed to instruct His followers in the areas of faith and prayer. We read again about how He wondered aloud: “… When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?” (Luke 18:8). In Luke […]| GGWO Church Baltimore
Integrity requires us to abandon our false beliefs - no matter how much we cherish them!| Insight
I grew up when and where everyone knew you, so youcouldn’t get away with much, although not for the trying.It was a world of mom-cooked meals, raucous card games,nightly novenas, and mass eve…| the Book of Pain
Horses are a wonderful breed of animal—sleek, sure-footed, tireless, gentle, majestic, and patient. The horse is often the illustration of humility or meekness, which is “power under control.” We are called to be like them in the sense of being humble and allowing God to direct our lives. He said, “I will instruct you and […]| The Northwest Connection
That low lying storm cloud that hangs over you can’t master the light of Christ that raises you.| Ann Voskamp
Fifteen years between these two dates. Seventy eight years since Kristallnacht…. Landmarks on the path to disillusionment. A road we’ve not seen the end of…. A road from complacency and an un…| Horizons of Significance
When I was ten years old I purchased my very own edition of the Good News Bible. As was tradition in my childhood, I had received Bible bookshop tokens for Sunday School attendance which allowed me…| Thinking Pastorally
Be humble or be humbled. There’s no in between. – Jackie Hill Perry| SermonQuotes
By Nancy Spannaus Nov. 24, 2021—As the Civil War yet raged in the fall of 1863, President Abraham Lincoln decided to call for a national “day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who…| American System Now
Contrary to reported by many media, I did not say I felt 'lost' over my life's work. I explain here my own inner searching regarding the potential horror of catastrophes following our progress in AI and tie it to a possible understanding of the pronounced disagreements among top AI researchers about major AI risks, particularly the existential ones. We disagree strongly despite being generally rational colleagues that share humanist values: how is that possible? I will argue that we need more...| Yoshua Bengio