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Recruiting Saul

October 15, 2026

America’s Dangerous Precipice

July 3, 2026

Smiling couple enjoying a joyful moment together.

Beautiful in Old Age

May 11, 2026

Saga of a Lifelong Gambler

February 17, 2026

75 CANDLES!

January 31, 2026

Ready for an Honest New Year’s Assessment?

December 31, 2025

The Happiness Switch

December 28, 2025

Our Deadly War of Words

September 24, 2025

Will Jesus Come Back This Year?

September 4, 2025

Saved Any Starfish Lately?

September 2, 2025

Parable of the Fishless Fishermen

August 20, 2025

What’s So Bad About a Little SWEAT?!

July 11, 2025

From BLESSINGS to BURNOUT

July 9, 2025

The Credibility Crisis

June 26, 2025

Hope Amid Hardships

June 21, 2025

Pakistan, India & the Kingdom of God

May 10, 2025

The Perils of Predictive Prophesying

April 30, 2025

The Glorious Final Chapter

April 17, 2025

Detours, Diversions & Distractions

March 30, 2025

The Lost Art of Friendship

March 24, 2025

How Do You Handle Your Blind Spots?

March 17, 2025

My Relentless Search for ‘Good Soil’

March 6, 2025

The Furniture & the Fire

March 4, 2025

Man driving a horse-drawn cart.

The Cart Before the Horse

February 7, 2025

A man singing while holding a guitar in front of another person.

Happy ‘Spiritual’ Birthday to Me!

January 25, 2025

A football player is running on the field.

Don’t Spike the Ball Before You’re in the End Zone!

January 21, 2025

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HUMILITY: Our Missing Ingredient?

January 10, 2025

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Speaking Before Kings and Queens

January 8, 2025

A woman sitting on the floor in front of a christmas tree.

Don’t Waste Your Lonely Places

December 23, 2024

A group of children holding up signs with different languages.

Learned Languages?!

December 20, 2024

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Morning Preaching in Pakistan… Afternoon with the Grandkids

December 13, 2024

A person using a pair of scissors to trim the branches off a tree.

Hope Amid Pruning

September 17, 2024

A goat with horns standing on top of a dirt road.

When People Get Your Goat!

September 6, 2024

A group of men running on a track

Another Botched Handoff!

September 4, 2024

A woman sitting at a table with her hands over her eyes.

When Leaders Let You Down

September 2, 2024

A flag is shown in front of fire.

Will America Turn the Page?

August 19, 2024

A group of people sitting in front of an audience.

Let’s End ‘Unemployment’ in the Church!

December 30, 2023

A camel with a saddle on it's back.

Are You Feeling EXHAUSTED?!

December 27, 2023

A man in military gear giving the peace sign.

The Problem with Mercenary Pastors

June 25, 2023

A painting of a man in jeans and boots laying on the ground.

Rip Van Winkle’s 20-Year Nap — 2023

May 13, 2023

A man in gold and white outfit wearing a crown.

Thank God, There’s ‘Another King’!

May 6, 2023

A group of people sitting on the floor in front of stained glass windows.

Will You Recognize Revival When It Comes?

February 15, 2023

A man and woman with crutches standing next to each other.

Sometimes I Wish I Was Still a Cessationist!

December 30, 2022

A herd of sheep on top of a hill.

TAKING CARE OF THE SHEEP!

December 26, 2022

A painting of people at the table with turkey

Will You Have a ‘Norman Rockwell’ Christmas This Year?

December 24, 2022

Cracked wall with a heart shape overlay.

What in the World Happened to Demas?

June 11, 2022

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The Rocky Road to Restoration

April 20, 2022

Crown of thorns, nails, and wooden cross.

The Kingdom Will Get You in Trouble!

April 14, 2022

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Truth Detectors in a World of Lies

March 31, 2022

Decoratively dressed donkey standing on pavement.

Untie That Colt!

March 11, 2022

Jesus carrying the cross with onlookers.

Our ‘Simon of Cyrene’ Moment

February 17, 2022

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Betty White and Me

December 31, 2021

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God’s Word to YOU for 2022!

December 30, 2021

Angry man wearing a Santa hat.

How Ron Shook His Holiday Humbugs

December 24, 2021

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My Dystopian Dream

October 1, 2021

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Is It Time to Learn the Knuckleball?

September 16, 2021

Bearded man with rifle in autumn setting.

Can the Taliban Be Saved?

September 11, 2021

NASCAR pit stop with crew changing tires.

‘Pay Attention to the Flags!’

September 5, 2021

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My Dad’s Life-Altering Steps of Faith

June 21, 2021

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The Lost Art of Friendship

June 12, 2021

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7 Ways God Revitalized Me After I Battled Cancer & Chemo

May 19, 2021

Clark Kent transforms into Superman in phone booth.

What Happened to All the Phone Booths?

May 3, 2021

Child holding a jar of glowing fireflies.

Why I Love Fireflies

March 31, 2021

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Are You SURE You Want Revival?

March 29, 2021

Super Bowl matchup: Brady vs. Mahomes.

Can You Spot the Greatness?

February 4, 2021

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Good Grief & the Trials of Rebuilding

November 25, 2020

Chariot of fire and horses ascending.

2020: Will the Rude Awakening Lead to a Great Awakening?

November 22, 2020

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The Megachurch That Got Pruned

November 19, 2020

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Turning Your PETITIONS into PRAISE

November 16, 2020

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Can YOU Smile at the Future?

November 9, 2020

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Haman Will Hang on His Own Gallows

July 29, 2020

American flag waving near flames.

Those with Us Are More Than Those with Them

July 25, 2020

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Lukewarm Christians vs. Zealous Radicals

July 9, 2020

Angry man shouting while holding a book.

Do You Know What Spirit You’re Of?

June 27, 2020

Injured knee with visible wound and blood.

Don’t Let Your Wounds Get Infected

June 9, 2020

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Thank God I’m Not a Counselor!

June 5, 2020

Clown holding "Justice for George" sign.

Will There Be Justice for George?

June 1, 2020

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Regaining an Understanding of True Ministry

May 31, 2020

Curly-haired sheep with a focused expression.

How COVID-19 Revealed ‘Sheep Without a Shepherd’

May 24, 2020

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The Unexpected Joys of Confinement

May 16, 2020

Basketball mural on a concrete wall.

Michael Jordan’s Secret to Overcoming Failure & Defeat

May 11, 2020

Group of people using smartphones indoors.

Did SOCIAL MEDIA Pave the Way for SOCIAL DISTANCING?

May 1, 2020

Mourners gathered around a sickbed scene.

Cures Worse Than the Disease

April 23, 2020

A woman holding up a sign that says " save our future ".

Faith, Presumption & Civil Disobedience

April 19, 2020

Grunge-style American flag with animal silhouettes.

Red Armbands, Tyrannical Leaders & Me

April 16, 2020

Viking helmet, sword, and leather straps.

Here’s How — 2,000 Years Ago — Fake News Sought to Undermine the Resurrection

April 14, 2020

Ancient stone tomb entrance with round door.

More Than a Once-a-Year Easter

April 11, 2020

Wooden doors with brass handles and locks.

A Funny Thing Happened During the Disciples’ Self-Quarantine

April 10, 2020

Golden Gate Bridge with ocean waves.

PASSOVER: A Bridge Between Life’s Plagues & God’s Promises

April 8, 2020

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The Trouble with Eating Bats

April 7, 2020

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Navigating Uncharted Waters

April 3, 2020

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Love in a Time of Pandemic

March 31, 2020

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4 Great Things You Learn in a Storm

March 24, 2020

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Is It Time to Throw Some Things Overboard?

March 20, 2020

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The Nick Foles Principle

January 26, 2020

Decoratively dressed donkey standing on pavement.

The Face of Victory

January 16, 2020

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Everyone’s Dealing with Something

January 10, 2020

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Clues for Your Escape Room Exit

January 2, 2020

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The Unexpected Joys of Re-mission

December 29, 2019

Red alarm clock with Christmas ornaments.

The Powerful Message of 12.12.12.12

December 12, 2019

Church Health & Growth Inspiration Leadership

Recruiting Saul

If you are looking for a turnaround in your life today, God specializes in such things. But perhaps you need a nudge from the Holy Spirit to show you the…

Jim Buchan October 15, 2026

Inspiration Politics & Culture

America’s Dangerous Precipice

As we celebrate our 250th year of independence, America stands on a dangerous precipice today. For decades, many colleges have indoctrinated students with the belief that our country was fatally…

Jim Buchan July 3, 2026

Smiling couple enjoying a joyful moment together.

Inspiration Relationships & Romance

Beautiful in Old Age

As we celebrated Mother's Day last weekend, I found myself thinking about what it takes for someone to be beautiful even in their old age. I've concluded there's no better…

Jim Buchan May 11, 2026

Inspiration Leadership

Saga of a Lifelong Gambler

Recently I was reminded of a stunning vision God gave me several decades ago. Although this wasn’t an audible voice from heaven, I’m convinced it was a word picture crafted…

Jim Buchan February 17, 2026

Inspiration Leadership Relationships & Romance

75 CANDLES!

Reflections on My Recent Birthday: When someone asked how I was planning to celebrate my 75th birthday, I quipped with a smile: “Celebrating would be too risky, because 75 candles on…

Jim Buchan January 31, 2026

Inspiration

Ready for an Honest New Year’s Assessment?

These 5 components will determine your fulfillment and impact in the coming year!

Jim Buchan December 31, 2025

Inspiration Leadership

The Happiness Switch

How This Unexpectedly Became My Happiest Year in Decades Note: I recently came across this blog I wrote in 2017 after a six-week sabbatical in New Zealand. It contains some…

Jim Buchan December 28, 2025

Leadership Politics & Culture

Our Deadly War of Words

I learned a famous saying in my childhood, meant to deflect the taunts of bullies: “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” Although this…

Jim Buchan September 24, 2025

A man in a suit and tie standing at the head of a table.

Keeping Up Appearances

If you’re like me, you have a love-hate relationship with Facebook. Yes, it provides a convenient way to keep up with my friends and let them know what I’m up…

Jim Buchan October 10, 2014

A pile of fishing nets sitting on top of the ground.

Getting Rid of Your Scarlet Letters

Of all the novels I read in high school and college, perhaps the one that impacted me the most was Nathaniel Hawthorne’s famous novel, The Scarlet Letter. Set in 17th-century…

Jim Buchan October 8, 2014

Text on a blurred background: "The best is yet to come."

Politics & Culture

President Obama and the Cherry Tree

As a kid, one of my favorite stories was the one about George Washington cutting down his father’s favorite cherry tree. According to the famous legend, when George was about…

Jim Buchan October 3, 2014

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Church Health & Growth Politics & Culture

It’s Time for the Church to Put ‘Boots on the Ground’

If you’re like me and watch too much TV news, you are probably getting quite tired of the phrase "boots on the ground." In nearly every speech the past few…

Jim Buchan October 1, 2014

Teddy bears and elephants with breakfast table.

Inspiration Leadership

The Superstar Syndrome

Leadership Lessons I Learned on the Volleyball Court In my younger days I used to be a rather good volleyball player, and it was always fun showing off my abilities…

Jim Buchan September 26, 2014

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Church Health & Growth Leadership

The Myth of Full-Time Ministry

I’ll never forget the day I knelt in prayer beside the bed in my college dorm room and popped the important question: "Lord, do you want me to serve You…

Jim Buchan September 20, 2014

Recruiting Saul

Jim Buchan October 15, 2026

America’s Dangerous Precipice

Jim Buchan July 3, 2026

Smiling couple enjoying a joyful moment together.

Beautiful in Old Age

Jim Buchan May 11, 2026

Saga of a Lifelong Gambler

Jim Buchan February 17, 2026