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Joy in the Journey

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Love So Hard

Why in the world are we here? To LOVE SO HARD that we transform the world. For we know that love is not in vain, because God is Love.

1000 Hills

Running the heights of the Land of 1000 hills this morning, I prayed over the city. For all that might not be right, Kigali is a reminder that nations, just as individuals, are never beyond hope. And that if we… Continue Reading →

The Wisdom of Lee Kuan Yew

Excerpts from my current reading. If I was a continent-wide dictator for just one day, I would expressly decree that this one text henceforth becomes mandatory reading for all Africans aspiring for public office! ON FIGHTING CORRUPTION: “Start with putting… Continue Reading →

The Journey Less Traveled

My study of Paul’s letters has been quite riveting. Last evening, I was reminded that the journey of life is traveled only once. No dress rehearsals, no recaps. Today’s moments quickly turn to memories tomorrow. And many times, the long-winded… Continue Reading →

Tormentor Becomes Tormented

For years-on-end, I’ve always taunted our girls. When they are scratching their heads doing homework, the pleasure has always been mine to remind them, that unlike them (who have to be thinking about school ALL THE TIME (sometimes even when… Continue Reading →

Walking in Italics

Gotta love my neighborhood in Kampala. And the undisputed superstar of the village is our flashy, forever-serving LC1 Defense Secretary. I just drove past him, smiling to himself – ear to ear, walking in italics. And it’s not even 6… Continue Reading →

The Comparison Contest

In the Comparison contest, one result is guaranteed: You always walk away the loser. If you compare yourself to someone trailing at your back, pride takes over. If you pit yourself against someone miles ahead of you, envy sets in…. Continue Reading →

Tripping at the Finish Line

Just concluded my study of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, considered the Believer’s Declaration of Independence. Unlike his other 12 books, Paul personally hand wrote this epistle. When he chides them, his frustration is palpable. I can imagine his impatient… Continue Reading →

Means and Ends

Last week was anything but Holy Week in Uganda. I can’t recall a time when, collectively as a people, we have scowled and muttered expletives and obscenities with such thoughtlessness and reckless abandon. And not just that, during the Passion… Continue Reading →

Seeking Truth

As a young man seeking truth, I had far more questions than there were answers. I was not content with going with the flow: Finish school, get a job, marry my college sweetheart, get kids, pay the bills and then… Continue Reading →

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