Tag Archives: Christianity

BOOK REVIEW

Posted on January 2, 2019 by David B. Smith

I could list some legit criticisms of this book, and other reviewers have. But the bottom line is this: holy cow, this is a masterpiece of poetic beauty! Patti Callahan has a style and grace with words that is just … Continue reading →

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FILM REVIEW: “The Green Book”

Posted on November 25, 2018 by David B. Smith

  Okay, no kidding, “The Green Book” is easily the finest film I have seen in YEARS. Scanning back through my personal favorites, nothing even close comes to mind except “The Green MILE” – so that’s a bit weird. And … Continue reading →

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WHEN HARRY MET SALLY

Posted on December 31, 2017 by David B. Smith

It’s a film with a classic New Year’s Eve finish . . . and don’t worry, I’m going to pass over the infamous diner scene. But “When Harry Met Sally” lets us eavesdrop on a poignant twelve-year romance between Meg … Continue reading →

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“Bucky Stone” Interview

Posted on July 16, 2017 by David B. Smith

How’d you get into this Bucky Stone series? As a kid living in Bangkok, I gobbled up tons of such books purchased by my parents. I remember a “Danny Orlis” who excelled in hockey and football, and was always sharing … Continue reading →

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Call the Midwife (TV/Book Review)

Posted on July 2, 2017 by David B. Smith

If you haven’t yet embraced this stirring PBS offering, there’s one more TV season to go . . . and it’s hugely worth your time to binge-watch all previous seasons and catch up. It’s easily the finest thing on television: … Continue reading →

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The World Will Stand Back in Wonder

Posted on January 22, 2017 by David B. Smith

Yesterday’s Randy Roberts sermon (Dare to Be a Daniel) eloquently touched on one of my favorite themes: how a life of quiet, winsome eloquence can touch the whole planet. Here’s my all-time best illustration of how an obedient Christian’s life … Continue reading →

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A Salute to the Missionary Band

Posted on June 1, 2014 by David B. Smith

I had a nice reunion chat after church yesterday with Nancy Jensen, who was my very first date! SA banquet, November, 1968, Far Eastern Academy. She said yes out of pity, I’m sure . . . but these 46 years … Continue reading →

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Fifty Years Ago Today . . .

Posted on November 22, 2013 by David B. Smith

Christians should also thank God for the literary abundance of C. S. Lewis, who passed away the same day as John F. Kennedy. Two of my favorite quotes are both from “Mere Christianity.”  Regarding faith, he writes: “To trust Him … Continue reading →

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Creativity #2: Ten Thousand Hours

Posted on October 20, 2013 by David B. Smith

In the book Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell is quoted as suggesting: “Researchers have settled on what they believe is the magic number for true expertise: ten thousand hours.” It often seems that creative people are blessed with a mystical (and unfair) … Continue reading →

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Creativity #1: Church With Cliffie and Norm

Posted on August 29, 2013 by David B. Smith

A few saints were no doubt aghast, but “Chris,” a thirtysomething listener, was effusive in his praise. “You guys played a bit of ‘Hotel California’ on a Voice of Prophecy radio show? I love it!” Quick, let me explain. I … Continue reading →

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