Issue #5 — The Power of Systems

An biblical insight from Murray Bowen and an essay about being WITH

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Make Sure You Know This Systems Principle

Last month, I encouraged you to write an “I Have a Dream” speech about your way of being. In the process, I encouraged you to focus on yourself. I want to make sure you are crystal clear about why.

Would you please watch this 9-minute video?

Customary disclaimer: This video is imperfect. Just try to hear the basic concept (don't hear what I didn't say!). If you any questions, contact me!

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An Essay about being WITH others

I recently read a great essay by David French and immediately thought of you, the KINGDOM JOURNEY community. It’s an essay about what happened after his wife was diagnosed with cancer. Hope you take time to read it:

“A Terrible Phone Call and What Came Next” — my download or the original.

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Side note: You’ll notice that the essay is from the New York Times. In general, the readership at the NYT is skeptical of God and religion. Yet, the comments on this article show that French made quite a positive impression. Soli Deo Gloria