Try This Simple Science Experiment To Learn The Ins And Outs Of Coffee – Acid. Earthiness. Flavor Notes. Body. Presence. Strength. Coffee drinkers have their own language. This is a simple experiment that you can perform to help you understand what each of these terms mean. Try it out. It won’t make the best cup of coffee, but it will help you understand the lingo a little better.

50 Unbelievable Cool Places That Really Exist – Listed in two parts, this list of fifty places is pretty awesome. There are several locations that have now been added to my bucket list of places to see before I die. Hopefully… Part 1. Part 2.

How To Read A Book – Tim Elmore has a great website dedicated to building the next generation of leaders. This post is helpful in getting the most out of the books you read, and choosing the right books to begin with.

Embarrassing Moments In Ministry – As a minister, I’ve had my share of moments I wish never happened. Such as the time I publicly prayed for a lady having an autopsy (which was really a biopsy…). It’s good to know that it’s not just me. The Baptists have their moments as well.

The Reading Habits Of Today’s Pastors – On the subject of reading, David Murray posted some of the highlights of a study done by the Barna Group on the reading habits of those in ministry. I found it interesting that I fit nicely into almost every aspect of this.

The Socially Acceptable Sin – “There are some sins that are socially acceptable, even in the Church. There’s one sin in particular that has pervaded our society and churches so silently we hardly give it a second thought, and that is the constant hunt for more over what is enough.” This is a very though-provoking article. But be ready to be challenged.

God cannot give us happiness and peace apart from himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing. – C. S. Lewis

The Portland Press – This is a pretty cool concept. A company in Oregon has created a French Press designed for use with a Mason jar. With an Oregon maple top and a wool sleeve make this an awesome addition to my coffee accoutrement collection, but the price tag of $100 makes it an improbability. But still… It’s cool.

Beautiful Lavender Fields In France – We moved into our new home last week. Our front sidewalk is lined with some beautiful purple flowers, similar to these lavender flowers found in France. We don’t have nearly as many, though.

Scientists Find Evidence Of Cannibalism At Jamestown Settlement – We’ve all heard the stories of the difficult first winter the settlers at Jamestown in 1609-1610. But new evidence suggests that the settlers turned to cannibalism to survive. While macabre, this article is interesting from a historical perspective. It also suggests the depths of how far people will go to survive.

The Alien World Of The Bible – You often hear sentiments like this one: “The world of the Bible is not our world—its context, language, customs, knowledge, beliefs and social systems are far from those we experience in the twenty-first century. It is in many respects an alien world, where it is easy to become lost or confused.” But is it true? This post takes a look at the idea.

Why It Doesn’t Matter If People Don’t Remember Your Sermons – This brief article was reassuring for me as I enter my second week of Senior Ministry. While several people did remember my emphasis in my first sermon at our new church (it even made it onto the church sign!), they probably couldn’t tell me my point now, a week later. This article, though short, was very encouraging.

9 Internet Rules For Your Kids – With the progression of the digital age, online access is getting easier and easier. Our kids have access to computers and smartphones, iPods and iPads, and more. What can we do to keep our kids safe in this environment? This article gives several good suggestions.

Love is not an affectionate feeling, but a steady wish for the loved person’s ultimate good as far as it can be obtained. – C. S. Lewis