Hey Reader... I've been a fitness nut for years. And one time during high school, I decided it was time for a major bulk. Sigh...if only I had known. This ties into a lesson, but hang on with me for a sec. You see, after years of hearing "eat big to get big" I took it to heart. I went all in. 3,500 calories a day. And slowly but surely, over the next 6 months I gradually grew to 190lbs. Translation: I accidentally got fat (ehh....fluffy might be a better word). And then I realized something....
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Watching horror is a sin, right? Wrong! I'll explain why horror has the best potential to explore biblical themes in fiction. The reason why Christians should watch horror is not what you think. Is watching horror really a sin? Since the horror genre didn't exist at the time of the 10 Commandments, we have to do some sleuthing. 'Tis the season, anyway. There are two main objections Christians bring up:1. Horror is demonic2. We're supposed to meditate on what is true, good, and lovely (Phil....
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, It's time for Storytelling Secrets, the monthly newsletter where I tell you a film I watched and practical takeaways for YOUR storytelling. Film I watched: The Island (2005) Looking back, this film reminds me of Ian Malcolm's quote from Jurassic Park: "Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should." In this film, people use their DNA to create clones that are then forced to "donate" their organs in the event of a...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Your storytelling insights are here. Show I watched this month: House of David. 4 stars. This show is one that I wasn't interested in at first, but surprisingly got better as the show went on. Three scenes stick out to me. The first is related to the titular character, David, and him slaying Goliath. It was an emotional moment, and I cried watching it the second time—and I don't consider myself weepy. Something about the lead up to this unknown boy slaying a great monster...
3 months ago • 2 min read