Twelve Songs to Blast on Easter Morning 2012

1. “Could He Be the Messiah” by Michael W. Smith From “The Live Set”The textures of this early Smith song reflected my questions before my conversion. This live version became an anthem for my young faith. Chris Rodriguez’s solo soars. I challenge you to not turn up...

How Act of Valor Should Change Movie Production

 Innovation in movie making is as common in Hollywood as working lunches. The Jazz Singer added sound. Gone with the Wind revolutionized background matte painting. The French Connection redefined chase scenes. Goodfellas mastered the modern Steadycam tracking shot....

What I Have in Common with Jonah

Jack’s Blackberry erupted from the passenger seat of his Honda Accord. He shifted from third to fourth as he merged with traffic on I-40, then grabbed the phone. When he saw the name on the screen, he punched the gas to the floor and growled along with his engine....

Three Ways a Timer Helps Suffocate Procrastination

Thanks for delaying that memo, phone call, or work on that project to burn a little time reading this article. I know the drill. You’re telling yourself that, “Information is a good thing. I’m keeping up my reading.” Sarcasm aside, I do hope this article helps you get...

Don’t Forget to Ask

The courtroom is crowded, but quiet. A hard-faced witness wearing all dark clothes and an even darker expression lounges in the witness box acting bullet-proof. A tailored suit prowls the scarred hardwood floors in front of the judge’s bench. His Honor sits erect clad...