i write about living life well… a legacy is something we live, not leave.
Narcissism: A Theological Perspective “That person is just a narcissist.” I hear this constantly in counseling. I often hear many people’s self-confession of being a narcissist. In 2022, I sought out psychiatric care with this in mind, “I am a narcissist, and I’m not sure that I am worthy of human interaction.” I was wrong…
During my swim this morning, I pondered the “knowledge” I’ve amassed in life. People often admire those with vast information. Yet, the gaming world is replete with trivia champions. This made me consider: “What difference does my knowledge make?” Alliteration always affluent; I thought of these: In my childhood, campaigns like “Knowledge is Power” and…
Pastoral Reflection on Overcoming the Bondage of Shame “I’m not good enough.”“Everyone will find out how flawed I am.”“I always mess things up.”“No one could ever love me if they knew the real me.”“I’m a failure.”“I deserve to feel this way.”“Why can’t I be like everyone else?”“I’m a burden to others.”“I’ll never be able to…
In the ministry, my impression of mental health care was negative from the beginning. My training contained nice little pejorative packages against it in both spoken and indirect ways. “What this person needs is Jesus.” “If someone can’t find the ability to enjoy life, then there’s something wrong with their faith.” “All you have to…
“What is a leader?” This seemingly simple question provokes a cascade of images and ideals. Is a leader the loudest voice in the room, the one with the most charisma? Perhaps it’s the individual wielding the greatest power or the one with unmatched skills and talents. These common images suggest leadership is about dominating, outshining,…
In the quiet solitude of reflection, beneath the surface of our daily hustle, lies the fertile soil of our being—our Root. This isn’t just a place; it’s a sanctuary where our deepest truths whisper to us, gently or sometimes with urgency. Each of us carries within us this Root, dense with the tangled threads of…
Repentance, from the Greek word “μετάνοια” (metanoia), signifies a profound change of mind—reshaping one’s inner disposition towards God and recognizing the completed work of Jesus Christ as the sole basis for salvation. This essay explores each New Testament reference to repentance, elucidating its true meaning beyond common misinterpretations that equate it with turning from sins…
“What God Has Joined, Let No One Separate” — Yet we do this ourselves… In marriage, the journey toward deep and lasting intimacy is often fraught with behaviors that inadvertently create barriers between partners, causing strife, hardship, emotional tears in the fabric of love, and resentment. Recognizing and addressing these patterns is crucial, as they…
A poetic reflection on a year gone by, much has changed, life is worth living. Fighting toward the surface, the water seemed to move through me. Struggling, feeling my mind going light, dark, then dizzy. I needed air. I couldn’t move. The pressure around me pushed into me like the blackness of a thousand souls…
TL;DR: Key Points from the Article Among the contemporary landscape of faith and politics, the fusion of Christian nationalism with the spiritual teachings of Christianity presents a profound challenge to the authentic application of scripture. As the tendrils of national identity intertwine with religious beliefs, a crucial question emerges: How can Christians navigate the complex…