Families Under Construction: A Roof of Love

Over the next few weeks, I want us to think about how we men can help construct the best home possible. Now, I don’t mean to actually build your own home from foundation up (although a good number of you have). What I am talking about is constructing the type of...

Unconditional Relationships

I have been thinking a lot about relationships lately, whether that be marriage, friendships, parenting, working with co-workers, etc. As I’ve thought about it, I think I’ve put my finger on two of the most dangerous words we use in relationships. Now, don’t worry,...

The Right Measure of Success

As a runner, I often get asked how I did on a particular run or race. I find such questions vexing, because success in running is extremely relative. A 44-minute 10K would be a disaster for many runners, but for me it would be personal best. Getting on the medal stand...

How will You use Your Faith?

Alfred Nobel was a rare form of genius. Despite only attending school for eighteen months during his entire life-time, he held over 350 patents, the most famous of which was for dynamite. While we often think of dynamite as an element of war, Nobel set about creating...