It kinda feels good… Why does someone stay in an unhealthy relationship? Not just relationships with people but drugs, porn, gambling, eating, sex, shoes – you name it. Why do we stay there? I’m no psychologist (I have a hard time spelling it), but I think it’s about believing life on the “other side” is actually better. […]
Your Journey: Don’t Stop Believin’
That was awkward… Last Sunday, I spoke at my church – Cross Points Church. This month, we’ve been discussing money. Slice it any way you want, money is an awkward subject…especially at church. My daughter summed it up well the week before I preached. She said, “Dad, I always think it’s kind of weird when Pastor David […]
No Party Line.
On Living Well. One of the more important books on writing, so I’ve learned, is On Writing Well by William Zinsser. It is a thoroughly enjoyable book. Zinsser addresses the fear of failure with a wonderful story from poet Allen Ginsberg. Ginsberg was asked if there was a moment when he made the decision to […]
Everybody Hates Andy Bondurant
I Hate Christian Laettner. Saturday night I watched the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, “I Hate Christian Laettner.” I was fascinated by the sub-culture surrounding one person, and specifically the hate directed at him. For those unaware, Christian Laettner was a superstar college basketball player at Duke University in the late 80’s and early 90’s. […]
A crazy branch in the Bondurant family tree.
Lawless Start with this thought. What do you do with gut-wrenching, bone-crushing heartbreak? Now, transition to this (don’t worry, we’ll be back)… This weekend, Kia and I (re)watched the movie Lawless. Lawless holds a special place in my heart because it’s the story of my kin – the notorious Bondurant boys. Based on a true […]
Best of the Best
Only the Best! I don’t often do this. In fact, I haven’t ever done it on this site, but I thought it time. Today, I am sharing with you the top posts over the last 3 months at AndyBondurant.com. These are the posts you’ve visited the most. You’ve come across them on Facebook, Twitter or […]
Caleb: Life after 40
Upsides and Downsides This year I turn 42. I’m still a few months away, but my age does occasionally cross my mind. Thankfully, we aren’t a gag gift type of family. When I turned 40, I didn’t suffer through the myriad of over-the-hill cards, t-shirts and trucker hats. I do know the reality of my age. […]
A Rolling Stone gathers no Shame
Declined. Tell me if you’ve been here. I’m standing at the check-out line, ready to pay. I swipe my card. My card is declined. Know that embarrassment? Thankfully, it’s been a while for me. I don’t plan on feeling it again. Financial Peace I was reminded of these experiences while prepping to teach Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. […]
Pain & Grace are unmerited favor
Renewed Perspective Monday I had the opportunity to teach a small class at a photography convention hosted in Kansas City. It was great to be back in that world. I met several new friends, and I had the opportunity to re-connect with a few old friends too. Reconnecting with these friends, I was reminded of where […]
My Psalm
Meeting daily together… Every Monday through Thursday morning our staff meets at 8:30 to read a passage of scripture, a short devotion and pray together. It’s always a little different, but a couple of weeks ago we didn’t something I’ve never done before. After reading a Psalm written by David, we were challenged to write […]
