In delving into the biblical narrative, we find that faith is not a static concept but a vibrant, living force that animates the story of God’s people from Genesis to Revelation. It’s a journey that begins with a promise to Abraham and culminates in the enduring hope found in Christ, weaving through the trials and…
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Be Emotional. Jesus is… It’s OK to feel…
Embracing Our Humanity: Finding Jesus in Our Emotions In a world where the currents of Stoicism, secularism, Puritanism, and even certain strands within Christianity have often swept our emotions under the rugged mat of “oughts” and “shoulds,” there’s a pressing need to reclaim our emotional landscape as holy ground. The emotional life of Jesus Christ,…
Waiting for Death, I Discovered How To Live
In the quiet moments of reflection, I’ve come to see the threads of divine grace woven through the tapestry of my life, especially in those times when the fabric seemed most frayed. A year ago today, I found myself in one of the darkest valleys of my journey. The path I had been treading, laden…
A Failed Life | “Redefining Failure: Embracing Life’s Unplanned Journeys”
Failure was never an option on career day. In the vividly remembered career days of our youth, the concept of failure was conspicuously absent. We were presented with ideals and aspirations, but not once did we encounter a narrative that embraced the inevitable missteps of life. My life, steeped in the fields of epistemology, theology,…
The Bible Doesn’t Answer Everything
It does speak to everything… in a way of wisdom. In the vast ocean of human experience, where waves of tradition and expectation often threaten to engulf our individuality, it’s crucial to seek a beacon of true understanding. In this context, the Scriptures are frequently perceived as rigid lighthouses, enforcing a strict path of conformity….
Resting in Unseen Assurance: Embracing Faith Like Little Children
In the quiet confidence of a child who rests securely in the care of loving parents, unaware of the complexities and burdens that the parents carry, lies a profound picture of our spiritual journey. This image mirrors how our minds, often clouded with the need for understanding and control, can find true rest in the…
Essence of Life
I have endured many seasons of abusive nonsense in the name of “love” and “Christian” ministry. Most of which were propagated by so-called “Godly” people who were, in their own minds, doing the will of God. This is not a new phenomenon and I am not its only “victim”, I have done my fair share…
The Songs We Sing and What They Say
Last week I wrote about how music impacts our way of life and thoughts. When it comes then to our lives and what we say to them, they too affect those around us. Continuing this metaphor, I want to express a few ways (songs) that we sing and how they impact the world around us….
Quiet Resolve – Is there Peace?
Peace is a rare and precious jewel. It is often hard to find in a world that is so busy, nosy, and unable to rest. Gladly, some people know and understand the rest that comes through a true knowledge of God’s mercy and grace, but even then, the mind and body are easily unsettled and…
Ignorance is Blistering
A funny play on words creates the feeling of an epiphany at times. Yet, in the experience of emotions, our brains have a tendency to just feel instead of think. Philosophers and psychologists can debate the existential ideals of that sentence together and have at it. Let’s talk about ignorance. Ignorance is defined as a…