Copies of the weekly “Grace Notes” column that I write for the Griffin Daily News and FBC Griffin newsletter.

Roller Coasters and Abundant Life

February 24, 2026

I remember the first time that I ever rode a rollercoaster. As a kid, we loved to go to Libertyland, …

Five Orienting Phrases

February 17, 2026

Recently, I came across a video interview of Andrew Greer interviewing the music legend, Amy Grant. In the interview, she …

February 10, 2026

Next week begins the season of Lent for the church (Ash Wednesday is February 18). Fasting is one of the …

February 3, 2026

“My goal has not been to teach you students how to read the Bible. My goal has been to help …

January 28, 2026

How do you create space for genuine connection with those who are different from you? For the first three weeks …