Tools & Technology

If you've done a significant amount of public speaking, you know the uncertainty that comes with preparing your message—deciding how to organize your notes, and figuring out the best way to make sure you don't end up going over time. I've done a

Here's how to use the Amazon Alexa app on your phone to effectively turn any Kindle book into an audiobook.

Something a little different for you today. A couple of weeks ago I wrote a blog post about the all-in-one productivity app Notion. In this video, I demonstrate how I've been using Notion to keep the different areas of my life more organized. I'm

It's hard to believe Christmas is just around the corner. And the corner after that is the New Year. And a New Year is a new opportunity to start fresh with productivity. So in that spirit, here are some holiday gift ideas for the productive Christian in your

Notion is an all-in-one productivity app that's slowly been replacing most of my other productivity software. It's a notes app, to-do list manager, and much more. The only limit to how you use it is your own creativity. Here are a few reasons

Which is better for productivity, a paper planner or a digital app? When it comes to productivity tasks like to-do lists, calendars, mind maps, and information storage, I have usually preferred digital tools. I really like my apps, software, and automation. But, I also understand that some people prefer

We all do a lot of writing on our computers. I use my computer to write blog articles (see?), documentation for work, emails, books that will never be published, And, while I was in school, I wrote lots and lots of papers. But all of this writing on the computer

As someone who is trying to maximize their life for God’s glory, I am always on the lookout for new systems and tools which can help me accomplish that goal. If you read this blog, I'm betting you're the same way. So, I thought it might fun to share with you what I’m currently using in my personal p

Father's Day is just around the corner, and you haven't bought anything for dad yet, have you? No need to fear, there's still time for Amazon to get your gifts to Dad in time. But what to buy? Here's a list of

This week's post on the Bullet Journal system is written by Emily Maxson. Emily graduated from Hillsdale College with a B.A. in History and an addiction to research. When not occupied with housewifery, she maintains interests in theology, education, and vintage jazz. I faced my first real

When I was involved in campus ministry, I used to carry around a notebook and a collapsible pen in my back pocket. Both were very tiny. I would jot down thoughts and people's contact information, but mostly I used it to make checklists. I would draw a little

I've previously written on Smart Phones and Distraction and How to make your iPhone read Kindle books to you. I also recently gave my picks for the top 10 iPhone apps for Christians. In light of this, some might say I write too much about the iPhone. But

My picks for the 10 best iPhone apps for Christians. These are the best apps for listening to sermons, the best Bible apps, and the best productivity apps.

Here's how to be a master Bible copy-paster using Alfred workflows. There's a quick and dirty version that will work for you right out of the box, as well as one with a bit more power under the hood, but which requires Accordance Bible Software and possibly a little tinkering.

Calling all Mac power users. Take your productivity to the next level using Alfred. Here are a few of my favorite features.