i write about living life well… a legacy is something we live, not leave.
In the last decade, and more so in the last three years, I’ve embarked on a path of deep exploration and bold exposition in areas often left uncharted or merely skimmed over by the broader Christian community. I make no apologies for this pursuit. It’s a deliberate, intentional dive into the complexities and nuances of…
Seeing the truth of our mind in the face of ourselves | A journal Entry – redacted for your conscience. Reflecting on the crisp edges of my childhood memories, I recall countless times, as vivid as the hues of dawn, when I stood at the threshold of home, peering through the glass of a screen…
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,…
A stab at repurposing an idea with my own melody. In the grand symphony of existence, where each life composes its unique melody, I find myself in the poignant transition of the bridge. Here, in the delicate balance between what has been played and the notes that are yet to resound, I am struck by…
From my journals one year ago. Tamed for publishing. Redacted for your conscience. Journal Entry: Embracing Faith Amidst Doubt – A Personal Reflection Part 2. April 2, 2023 As I sit to pen down my reflections, it strikes me that my spiritual journey is deeply intertwined with the enduring narrative of faith and doubt—a narrative…
In the labyrinth of life’s trials and tribulations, few experiences cut as deeply or wound as profoundly as the dissolution of a marriage. The ensuing maelstrom of emotions—betrayal, sorrow, and often a crippling sense of failure—can leave one’s soul adrift, questing for solace and understanding amid turmoil. As a believer firmly rooted in the doctrines…
The insistence on a “right understanding” of complex theological doctrines as a prerequisite for salvation introduces a tension within Christian thought, which seems at odds with the fundamental message of the New Testament about the nature of salvation. The essence of the gospel, as portrayed in the New Testament, is that salvation is a gift…
Today, I found myself at the precipice of introspection, a moment that demanded not just a glance inward but a deep, unflinching dive into the abyss of my motivations, fears, and desires. It’s a journey I’ve embarked upon not just for myself but as a guide for those I shepherd through the treacherous terrains of…
I Ain’t Scared of No Post We live in a world where the essence of who we truly are is often buried under the heavy weight of societal norms and expectations. It’s a world that demands conformity, often at the expense of our individuality and the unique light we each carry within us. But today,…
As a stone tossed into a still pond sends ripples cascading outward, so too do our smallest actions ripple through the fabric of our lives and those around us. These ripples, ever-expanding, touch, shape, and sometimes upheave what lies beneath the surface, unseen but profoundly felt. In this way, our choices, deliberate or spontaneous, weave…