Social Pain and Social Media

July 13, 2014 Joey Cope 22

Spoiler Alert. This posting about social pain and social media is not lighthearted. In fact, I’m writing because I’m a little discouraged. I even came close yesterday to withdrawing from social media entirely. Who knows? This expression of my feelings may be the last thing you choose to read from [read more]

The Problem with the Public Debate of Sin

March 28, 2013 Joey Cope 56

For some time, I have been troubled over the way that we, as a society and as individuals, approach conflict. Civil discourse has given way, in large part, to guerrilla-like tactics and all-out war in the very halls that once were a symbol of maturity and civility. The following post flows [read more]

The Responsibility of Following

November 6, 2012 Joey Cope 0

I’ve heard the idea hundreds of times. “True leaders are those others choose to follow.” Today, voters in the United States will go to the polls and vote. In so doing, we will signal to our government and to others what we hope and desire for the direction of our [read more]

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What If the Quiet Words Were . . .

October 24, 2012 Joey Cope 0

What if the quiet words between the two men were filled with respect? As they enter the arena and make their way to center stage . . . What if the greetings they shared were genuine in their concern for a fellow traveler on a difficult path? As they smile [read more]

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Just Move

August 1, 2012 Joey Cope 0

The lock on life is “fear.” The key to life is “now.” The fuel for life is “motion.” The joy in life is “others.” Don’t be afraid. Move now.