Fredrick Buechner kind of loosened up my clerical collar, you might say.

I choose goodness... I will go without a dollar before I take a dishonest one. I will be overlooked before I will boast. I will confess before I will accuse. I choose goodness.

Does God know if I am ignored or rejected? Find the answer in the compassionate eyes of Christ as he stands to defend the adulterous woman.

The secret of loving is living loved.

Courage does not panic; it prays. Courage does not bemoan; it believes. Courage does not languish; it listens

I've caught myself a time or two adding or embellishing. I don't think that pleases the Lord. I don't think He needs my dishonesty to convey His gospel.

Philosophers can debate the meaning of life, but you need a Lord who can declare the meaning of life.