Sixpence-none-the-Richer

When we talk of a man doing anything for God or giving anything to God, I will tell you what it is really like. It is like a small child going to his father and saying, “Daddy, give me sixpence to buy you a birthday present.” Of course, the father does, and he is pleased with the child’s present. It is all very nice and proper, but only an idiot would think that the father is sixpence to the good on the transaction. (C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity)

2010 Bethel Convocation

I had the honor of giving the 2010 Convocation Address this year at Bethel University in McKenzie, TN.  It was so nice to experience such a warm reception and visit with staff, faculty, and students.  I haven’t been on campus in a few years; I was amazed at the growth they’ve had recently.  The text of the address is available here.