Derek has published seven books in the past decade (you can find them at https://www.amazon.com/Derek-Maul/e/B001JS9WC4), and there’s always something new in the works.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Derek taught public school in Florida for eighteen years, including cutting-edge work with autistic children. He holds bachelor’s degrees in psychology and education from Stetson University and the University of West Florida.
Derek is active in teaching at his church: adult Sunday school, and a men’s Bible study/spiritual formation group. He enjoys the outdoors, traveling, photography, reading, cooking, playing guitar, and golf.
I have a true story for you. It’s a difficult story to hear, but I’m not sharing this to sensationalize, or to cause despair. Instead I’m telling it to bring hope, and to talk about what is possible when (and if) things are done right. Back when I was an educator, working in the community…
Stay positive, stay sane, stay smart, stay healthy...
“Amidst all the uncertainty and inconsistency and mixed messages bouncing around in our world today, children need the kind of stability and care offered by good teachers…” Good morning! It’s a wet, soggy, rain-soaked, everything-is-saturated day here in Wake Forest. It’s been that kind of a week and it will be excessively damp for a…
There is so much at risk on both sides of the equation, and there are no easy solutions...
Read more leadership defined (you may want to write this down)
This morning I’m thinking about the word “freedom.” I believe it is an especially interesting concept set against the backdrop of Memorial Day. Memorial Day encourages us to think about the cost of freedom, the steep price other people were willing to pay to ensure our access to the privileges of living in liberty. Let’s…
Read more praying that sound minds prevail, yes – and freedom too.
Yesterday my prelude to worship started in the garden and then moved into the sanctuary.
Read more worship in two settings – the garden and the sanctuary
Grace and David Maul: then, and now....
He says, “Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10 Sometimes spiritual growth involves just stopping for a moment, taking a deep breath, and paying attention. Friday afternoon was a good time to do some of that, pausing by the side of our driveway having spent a long seven hours driving down…
don't grow up so fast! Seriously, don't. Don't grow up at all...
Read more Miami Nice: “Photo Friday” highlights South Florida glam
May the God of endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude toward each other, similar to Christ Jesus’ attitude. That way you can glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ together with one voice. – Romans 15:5-6 Authenticity is always the test: My ramblings this morning are coming – tangentially –…
