Author Archives: Scott Shaum

For the Sake of Others

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Scott Shaum

When my wife was diagnosed with cancer last year, there was the initial tears and shock. When we were collected again, we had a talk.  We know the enemy uses cancer to strike fear into hearts. We determined we would not … Continue reading →

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Measuring Values

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Scott Shaum

I have a book recomendation for you. Bette Dickinson’s The Art of Vinemaking. This is a delightful book, well conceived and written. It will challenge you too. As you can see my copy is dog-eared…. On page 5 she writes, … Continue reading →

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2025 Reads List (Finally)

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Scott Shaum

Hi All Here is my reads list for 2025. As always , feel free to pass this onto others freely. Please send me favorite reads of any genre. Please, please…. Enjoy! Scott

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When Cancer Comes to Your Life

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Scott Shaum

Is there a word that strikes as much fear in our hearts as the “C” word? Cancer is such a scary reality. Cancer is so prevalent. Every one reading this knows someone who has, or has had or has had … Continue reading →

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Sabbatical Engagements

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Scott Shaum

A sabbatical is an opportunity to disengage from certain normative activities to make space to engage different “sabbatically” activities. What have I been engaging in? Rest: My first sabbatical goal was to sleep in my own bed for 30 nights … Continue reading →

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Sabbatical: What am I noticing Regarding Disengagement

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Scott Shaum

When we deliberately opt to disengage for a day (sabbath) or a season (sabbatical), what might be the impact on us? Why would one even want to do that? My wife and I have been granted a sabbatical for the … Continue reading →

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The Weight of Grief, the Gift of Grief 

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Scott Shaum

I had watched my wife grieve the sudden passing of her mom over twenty years ago. I saw that grief come over her like an eclipse of her normal shining self. She was veiled in grief for many, many months. … Continue reading →

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Heading Into the Wilderness

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Scott Shaum

Everyone I engage is experiencing some level of challenge in life. Some of these challenges are life altering. What is up with all these trials? I have been teaching on adult development and the stages of faith with greater frequency. … Continue reading →

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