We’ve all heard the expression, “You can’t see the forest for the trees.” In Dubai, you can be too close to see the tree. Palm Jumeirah is a man-made island that stretches nearly three miles into the Arabian Gulf in the shape of a date palm. From high above, its trunk and fronds are unmistakable, … Continue reading Too Close to See the Tree (Psalm 139:16)

A president accused of abusing his power. A Congress bitterly divided. Political opponents determined to remove him from office. A nation arguing whether impeachment was a constitutional necessity—or a political weapon. Sound familiar? You might think we’re talking about Donald Trump. But the year was 1868. And the president was Andrew Johnson. America was recovering … Continue reading Impeachment, Again? (Psalm 146:3)

“The future belongs to those who can imagine it, design it and execute it. It isn’t something you await, but rather create.” These words, written in beautiful Arabic calligraphy, cover the spectacular exterior of Dubai’s Museum of the Future. They express an optimistic vision of humanity’s ability to shape tomorrow. During our visit, we explored … Continue reading Museum of Our Future? (Mark 8:36)

I’ve spent much of my professional life looking down through a microscope. But when I visited Dubai, I found myself looking in the opposite direction. Way up! The Burj Khalifa stands 2,717 feet tall, the tallest building in the world. Standing beneath it, I was amazed by its sheer height and the engineering required to … Continue reading Pushing The Limits (Psalm 119:96)