by David Beavers | Feb 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
“We must bear patiently not being good…and not being thought good.” –Francis of Assisi I think that God spends a lot of time grieving over his many failed attempts at liberating us from our own “goodness.” He must weep over us all. Please think about this. The...
by David Beavers | Jan 27, 2016 | Encouragement, Inspiration, Unconditional Love
My older cousin Junior was born with severe cerebral palsy. Not many years ago, I paid him a visit. The first thing I saw when I walked into his room was a picture of me, taped to his dresser mirror. “Junior, what’s the story behind that picture?” I asked. His face...
by David Beavers | May 9, 2015 | Relationships
A few days ago, Sally and I met with some of my most special friends in Atlanta for my 50th high school reunion. For two incredible days, the Dykes High School Class of 1965 ate, talked, danced, hugged and shared some adult beverages together. The honor fell to...
by David Beavers | Jan 2, 2015 | Believing In People, Commitment, Encouragement
My dear friend and high school football coach, Jim Lofton, passed away on New Year’s Day. He was 85. This picture was taken 2 years ago. Coach Lofton called me last week. It was our last conversation. Without words, he acknowledged that he knew his remaining days were...
by David Beavers | Nov 4, 2014 | Desires, Focus, Goals
The funny little item you’re looking at is not a “billy club.” This instrument is what smoothie lovers call the Classic Vitamix Tamper. My tamper was abused this morning because of improper use, that is, my hurried attempt to push down kale, blueberries, and...
