Chris

“But sweat is the kindest creature of the three—far better than philosophy, as a cure for ill thoughts.”
― C.S. Lewis, Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold

“Don’t picture yourselves as architects coming in with a complete blueprint, but rather as adventurers, trying to decipher a treasure map together.”
― John Eldredge, Killing Lions: A Guide Through the Trials Young Men Face

“Just like God, a woman is not a problem to be solved but a vast wonder to be enjoyed. This is so true of her sexuality. Few women can or even want to “just do it.” Foreplay is crucial to her heart, the whispering and loving and exploring of one another that culminates in intercourse. That is a picture of what it means to love her soul. She yearns to be known and that takes time and intimacy. It requires an unveiling. As she is sought after, she reveals more of her beauty. As she unveils her beauty, she draws us to know her more deeply.”
― John Eldredge, Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul

“Corporate policies and procedures are designed with one aim: to harness a man to the plow and make him produce. But the soul refuses to be harnessed; it knows nothing of Day Timers and deadlines and P&L statements. The soul longs for passion, for freedom, for life.”
― John Eldredge, Wild at Heart Revised and Updated: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul