In one ear and out the other. It’s a common cliche’ of a critique where a conversation (or perhaps a monologue) ends with one person feeling like the other didn’t listen. They heard you. They nodded their head in affirmation. They even recited back to you word for word what you just said. But listening did not take place. What …
Are You Hearing What They’re Saying?
Pretty historic election yesterday. The Republican party won nearly 65 seats, taking control of the House and gaining spots in the Senate. There was also a large Republican majority in the Governor’s races as well. I’m not going to use this post to argue the benefits or downsides of either party, nor am I going to anticipate what will happen …
Talk On Listening
I had the privilege of speaking at Real Life Church in Nampa this past Sunday. They meet in a Middle School gym and are pastored by a great guy by the name of Dana Hicks. This is about the fifth time I’ve been invited to share with the people there. They are an encouraging mix of young and old who …