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Thought Thread is a bimonthly collection of resources from around the web.

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  1. 04.08.2021

    Divide

    [1] How to Know Who's TrustworthyWhy read this? Knowing the difference between sheep and wolves is critical. [2] Why the Bronze Medal Feels Better Than SilverWhy read this? Facial recognition software makes a strong scientific case.[3] What if I'm Bored?Why read this? The distance between boredom and productivity is miniscule. [4] Build a Better Personal NetworkWhy read this? People hate "networking" but connecting folk benefits everyone.[5] Book Recommendation: The End of BigWhy read this? Old institutions are dying. What does it mean for our future? Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Leviticus 4-6Two types of Levitical offerings will help us bridge the divide.[7] From Me: Managing Non-Profit ReservesWhy read this? I was recently interviewed on a podcast about post-pandemic finance strategy. Listen or check out an article where I summed up my thoughts.

    15 мин.

  2. 14.07.2021

    Holiness

    [1] When Did Fasting Become Popular? Why read this? In case you haven't noticed, the rest of the world picked it up.[2] The Importance of Knowing You May Be WrongWhy read this? A longer read, here's a secular plea for intellectual humility. [3] Are Shopping Carts a Test of Character? Why read this? You'll never look at them the same way again. [4] The Church Has a PR ProblemWhy read this? My friend, Derek, offers strong thoughts about our present culture.[5] Book Recommendation: New PowerWhy read this? How has the internet shifted the world's power structures? Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Leviticus 1For the rest of 2021, I'll offer messages from a study of an obscure Old Testament book.[7] Taking ShotsWhy read this? A personal diatribe about a soccer match reveals a leadership lesson.

    15 мин.

  3. 01.07.2021

    Psalm

    [1] This Song Will Reduce Your Anxiety by 65% Why read this? Don't take my word for it; a neuroscientist did the research. [2] Thinking Beyond the Generational Divide Why read this? An MIT study reveals that, at work, age is just a number. [3] What is a Beautiful Church Building For?Why read this? We would do well to consider the value of sacred space.[4] Why is Left-Handedness So Rare?Why read this? Statistically, only 10% of us will be curious.[5] Book Recommendation: The Network ImperativeWhy read this? The future belongs to those who control the network. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 150Ending message in this study of the book of Psalms.[7] From Me: Pandemic Lessons in SabbathWhy read this? Will we continue to slow down even when we no longer need to?

    13 мин.

  4. 16.06.2021

    Hallelujah

    [1] The Psychology of Silent Treatment Why read this? Ghosting someone could cause greater harm than you realize. [2] The Digital Divide and the American ChurchWhy read this? A tech magazine examines the challenges of online worship. [3] Why Can't We Live Without Sports?Why read this? Understand why people worship players in the arena.[4] Leaders Matter. So Do Followers.Why read this? When you're not in charge, you still have influence.[5] Book Recommendation: Art and FaithWhy read this? Consider how a renowned artist understands Christianity. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 146A journey from mortality to doxology.[7] From Me: The Sin of Pastoral NarcissismWhy read this? Leaders sometimes point people to the wrong Savior.

    15 мин.

  5. 03.06.2021

    Love

    [1] What Lack of Affection Does to PeopleWhy read this? A post-COVID world might require free hugs.[2] The Passion Economy and the Future of WorkWhy read this? The shift from organizations to personal brand is upon us.[3] How To Build Deeper FriendshipsWhy read this? Coming out of the pandemic, we need strong support systems.[4] The Most Intelligent People Love Spending Time AloneWhy read this? Even if you're an extrovert, you may need roll solo.[5] Book Recommendation: CloutWhy read this? Published last decade, this book reveals the keys to digital persuasion. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 136God's love for his people spans the generations.[7] From Me: Jesus and John Wayne: Just HistoryGod's love for his people spans the generations.[8] Do You Love Me?Why watch this? Who doesn't love a dancing robots?

    15 мин.

  6. 20.05.2021

    Noise

    [1] More than Bias, Noise is a ProblemWhy read this? We neglect to acknowledge the impact of noise in decision-making.[2] Listening Require WaitingWhy read this? Teaching and one-on-one conversations demand space for answers. [3] How To Confront Someone on Social MediaWhy watch this? You can't just shout them down. Be tactful.[4] You Don't Become an Adult Until 36Why read this? Not sure I agree, but arrested development ain't just a show.[5] Why the Quarterback says, "Hut"Why read this? If you don't know, now you know.[6] Book Recommendation: The Signal and the NoiseWhy read this? Prediction in this era requires nuance. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[7] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 131The pursuit of inner quietness in a chaotic world.

    14 мин.

  7. 04.05.2021

    Recycle

    [1] A Recycling-based Learning TheoryWhy read this? David Kolb's experiential learning is a framework worth considering.[2] Don't Trash Your Old GadgetsWhy read this? There are better ways to utilize our old tech.[3] Repurposing Old Church BuildingsWhy watch this? When churches close, their buildings take on a different spirit[4] The Weak Case for GritWhy read this? Explore a counter-perspective of a popular book about true success.[5] Book Recommendation: ContagiousWhy read this? Social influence shapes the world. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 127The Scriptures describe how trash becomes treasure.[7] From Me: What We KnewWhy read this? In the early days of the pandemic, an observation provided context.

    14 мин.

  8. 13.04.2021

    City

    [1] Will Remote Working Destroy the City?Why read this? What will happen when jobs are no longer rooted to location?[2] Seth Godin and Junction CityWhy read this? Are you creating places or pathways?[3] How To Become More ResilientWhy watch this? The city eats people up, making elasticity supremely important.[4] Pacing Vs. Racing: Running With or Running Against?Why read this? Part of the allure of the city is its speed, but slow and steady still reigns. [5] Book Recommendation: WorkWhy read this? This new book traces the history of laboring. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 122The psalmist romanticizes about the city of Jerusalem.[7] From Me: Only the LonelyWhy read this? A major problem with urbanites (and all people) is isolation.

    16 мин.

  9. 31.03.2021

    Last

    [1] Why You Stay Up Late, Even When You Know You Shouldn'tWhy read this? I'm getting back to pre-pandemic sleep patterns and this helped.[2] Don't Let the Small Stuff Get You Down Why read this? A study reveals that negative experiences can last longer than we think.[3] Persuading the UnpersuadableWhy watch this? To change the world, you need to learn to change your mind.[4] The Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon by Kevin BaconWhy watch this? While this TedTalk is a decade old, it's meta and rather touching.[5] Book Recommendation: Why Greatness Cannot Be PlannedWhy read this? While measurement is helpful, it doesn't guarantee lasting success. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 119Some brief words from the longest book in the Bible.[7] From My Friend: The Crisis in MyanmarWhy read this? Just wanted to highlight a dear friend of mine in Myanmar. Their country is in turmoil from a recent military coup, but they continue on. If you're looking to support this cause, I'd invite you to look at their ministry there.

    14 мин.

  10. 17.03.2021

    Old

    [1] The Last Blockbuster Store Survived the PandemicWhy read this? This and a recent documentary reveals that nostalgia runs high.[2] Should You Trust the Myers-Briggs?Why read this? Reliance on personality tests might just be old school.[3] Who Am I? The Ship of Theseus QuestionWhy watch this? A visual explanation of the ancient philosophical question from Wandavision.[4] Family or Firm? Royalty and Workplace ConflictWhy read this? Tracking the Harry/Meghan issue? View it as an organizational problem.[5] Book Recommendation: Simply ChristianWhy read this? I recently reread this new classic by NT Wright and appreciated how it's held up. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 116The old words of Scripture have more relevancy that we realize.[7] From Me: Slow Down to RememberWhy read this? Hopefully the pandemic taught us to appreciate life and honor death.

    15 мин.

  11. 03.03.2021

    Story

    [1] How the Public Health Message BackfiredWhy read this? This author has nailed everything about pandemic response reflection. [2] Stories that Bring Your Data to LifeWhy read this? Spreadsheets are a necessity. Explaining them doesn't have to be dull.[3] The Ultimate Guide to Visual Storytelling Why read this? Words are powerful but pictures can amplify those words.[4] People Don't Know When to Shut UpWhy read this? Ever feel like you can't get out of a conversation? Research shows you're right.[5] Book Recommendation: The Tetris EffectWhy read this? As a Tetris addict, I found the story behind the game gripping. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Bible Teaching/Sermon: Psalm 107While known as a book of poetry, this psalm has a story to tell.[7] From Me: On AccountabilityWhy read this? The abuse perpetrated by Ravi Zacharias must be used to ensure this doesn't happen again.

    14 мин.
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