My father served in World War II, interrupting his studies at the University of Minnesota for three years of Army duty. On a hillside in Italy, he took a bullet in the leg that put him out of action. When he returned to Chicago for further treatment, the hospital removed the stitches too early. That…
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The encounter occurred recently during my monthly two-hour volunteer stint with a community project. Although I hadn’t expected to strike up a conversation, I found myself in an extended discussion with a woman whose eyes sparkled as she discussed the miracle product that had changed her life. I don’t remember its name; I misplaced the…
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I recently interviewed leadership expert John Maxwell for a story about one-time pastors who left their pulpits to have greater influence. One comment in particular he made from his years operating primarily in the business world struck a chord because of the lesson it offers all church members. “You can’t start a conversation with criticism;…
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By Ken Walker- Malcolm Gladwell’s newest book, David and Goliath, is out. While it may take me awhile to find the time to read it, I am looking forward to the experience. Gladwell writes the kind of material that stuck with me long after I read three of his previous books, starting with Blink. In…
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