The rider and the elephant in your brain …
Have you ever said something in anger and immediately regretted it, or promised yourself you would stay calm and then still lost control in the moment, or […]
04
Jun
2026
Articles by Dr. James Scott, Jr.
Scott Free Clinic Blog
03
Jun
2026
Some benefits of integrating physical fitness into your marriage relationship …
Many married couples eventually discover that they have built a life together that is rich in responsibilities but surprisingly poor in movement. Their calendars revolve around work, […]
02
Jun
2026
The incredible impact of giving away what you have been given …
Crowds moved constantly through the temple gates in Jerusalem. Worshipers entered carrying sacrifices, conversations, private burdens, and public appearances of devotion. Among them sat a man who […]
01
Jun
2026
We need Berean pastors …
Imagine a student who attends a history class every week but never opens the textbook, choosing instead to rely entirely on whatever the teacher says during the […]
29
May
2026
The transactional pulpit has turned the Bible into an optimization manual …
A pastor stands in front of a congregation and opens with a familiar tone that immediately signals what kind of message this will be. The Bible is […]
28
May
2026
Leaders, beware the sin of Nebuchadnezzar …
There’s a story about a frog and his two crane friends who lived together at a large pond filled with water, fish, plants, and everything they needed. […]
27
May
2026
You might be an impulsive person if …
In 1913, the famous archeologist Hiram Bingham (the man who brought Machu Picchu to world attention) was exploring a rugged mountain ridge in Peru. He was walking […]
26
May
2026
A geekish look at what happens when you have a thought …
Have you ever wondered, “What happens when I have a thought”? Is there any real value for wondering anything like that? Understanding the physical nature of thought […]
25
May
2026
Why remembering matters …
Memorization is easy. Remembering is not. Memorization stores facts. Remembering keeps meaning alive after the moment that created it has passed. Most things do not survive time […]
21
May
2026
Why trusting God requires surrendering what feels most reasonable …
There is a particular sense of confidence that comes from being able to explain your own life. When circumstances are clear, decisions feel manageable. When outcomes can […]