by Jason Dykstra | May 29, 2026 | Growth, Story
I recently had the pleasure of hearing from some missionary friends how God has used their efforts to help many college students come to a closer knowledge of him. I worked in ministry with students for over 20 years, so I have a particular affinity for this passion,...
by Jason Dykstra | May 2, 2026 | Practical, Story, Theology
Maybe you kinda drive too close behind people like I kinda do. If so, you’re familiar with them: “Coexist” bumper stickers. It’s been interesting over the years to hear people’s reactions to them. I certainly appreciate the creativity...
by Jason Dykstra | Feb 2, 2026 | Practical, Story
POOF! I’ve just transported you back to 1999, and you’re sitting in a booth at a restaurant called Damon’s. This scraggly kid in a uniform wanders up to the table next to you, introduces himself, and asks if he can get them started with some drinks...
by Jason Dykstra | Nov 29, 2025 | Story, Theology
With another Thanksgiving spent at my parents (thankful for you, mom and dad!), I was reminded once again of the many treasures they’ve accumulated since I lived there as a kid. One in particular caught my attention…a record player in all its glory! The...
by Jason Dykstra | Sep 24, 2025 | Logic, Story
Imagine this: That special person has finally decided to propose to you, to ask if they can enter into a lifelong relationship with you! But here are the words they choose: “The thing I love about you is how you sacrifice so much to make the rest of my life...
by Jason Dykstra | Sep 27, 2024 | Story, Theology
Ahhh. I just had the great privilege of spending some time away in the beauty of Minnesota’s Boundary Waters (and taking a month off from blogging!). It was so beautifully quiet and visually stunning! In the long, serene hours moseying around nature, I listened...
