Hit The Gas

Hit the GAS not the Brake

Nathan SmithPerspective, Thought Provoking

I tend to be one that draws attention to the need for people to create margin, pull back, embrace Sabbath rest and generally ‘do less’.  I’ve written and talked about it much and I stand by the principles and challenges that I’ve laid out.  Our culture is obsessed with activity and distraction so there is certainly a need to be …

Same Storm Different View

Same Storm Different View

Nathan SmithPerspective, Thought Provoking

One year ago, today, I started this blog called ‘The Best View in Town’. On November 1st 2015 I had about six ideas written out. They became my first six weekly blog posts. After that it was a mixture of fear, prayer, excitement and hard work to consistently have something to offer by the time the next Monday came around. …

Hurricane

I Was In the Eye Of The Hurricane

Nathan SmithPersonal Stories, Thought Provoking

Recently our nation has, once again, had it’s attention turned to the threats and devastation that hurricanes can bring. Thoughts and prayers have gone out to those directly in the path of these storms and reeling from it’s destruction. Let’s continue to pray for those mourning the loss of life and having to start over after having their homes washed …

I Need More Grey Hair In My Life

Nathan SmithChristian Maturity, Family

There are some things only time can teach you.  I know we don’t want to believe that anymore with our vast ‘knowledge’ and access to instant information via the internet and so many connected devices.  Yet, there is a difference between informational knowledge and wisdom.  By now, most of us understand that having all the right information won’t produce a …