Category Archives: Vocation and Calling

no kingdom without a cross

July 2, 2012

There is no rescue without suffering, no transformation without a wilderness, no kingdom without a cross. This difficult message, more often than not, is rejected by Christians, not by skeptics.  Skeptics, in fact, are strangely attracted to the Jesus of … Continue reading

on self-compassion, inner critics, and becoming the beloved | 3

September 6, 2011

I heard an interview with a struggling baseball player the other day.  The radio personality interviewing him said, “It must be tough right now.”  The player said, “It’s always tough.  We work in a profession where succeeding 3 out of … Continue reading

Knowing Your Calling

October 19, 2010

One of the most frequent questions I get in a city like San Francisco is this:  How do I understand my calling? San Francisco is filled with 20 and 30-something’s wrestling with call.  I like this question, because it gets … Continue reading