Have you ever wondered if you are a blessing or if you're being blessed? I know I have. Here’s my story.  I live a decent life. I am a closet artist, and my friends call me Dr. Doolittle because I usually have at least...

Lessons in Driving, Lessons in Patience

Posted by Rick Schertle on Aug 23, 2016

  I’ve always considered myself a pretty good driver. Not good compared to my wife, who has had no traffic citations or accidents, but pretty good. I’ve enjoyed driving for the past thirty-one years. My experience has taken me on road trips with my family all over the...

  Seven months ago, after a season of discernment, I packed my bags and moved to a densely populated metropolis in south-central China. I now teach English at one of the main universities here. During the first weeks, I would walk around town and lie awake at night, asking...

  As I’m running pieces of wood through my table saw, my mind wanders and weaves like the Amazon River. I’m totally unplugged and in my own thought world. Making things is often where I find my meditation. Making for me isn't a uniquely spiritual exercise, but a place...