I swore to myself that I’d never post publicly about this. Never.Always. These are holy words. They should be so rarely spoken in our conversations that a hush comes over the room when someone says them out loud. Why, might you ask? Because they are so rarely true. I can only think of a handful of occasions where it’s appropriate to say always. Where never is actually true. And they usually describe God. God is Always Good.Jesus Never Sinned. God is always for us. God will never ... Read More about Never, Always, and unexplained infertility
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The Quiet Place that Travels with you
How to stay close to god when life is busy When Life Feels Unpredictable Today, I am in Hartford, Connecticut for a work conference. I do some travel for work attending conferences where I can learn and bring back insights for my position and my company. As a salesperson, I also attend conferences as a vendor where I set up a booth, work with our clients at their events, and try to meet new prospects to help them become clients if they have problems my team can solve. Anyone who ... Read More about The Quiet Place that Travels with you
The God who waits by the fire
What does God do with me when I, a believer and follower, have been unfaithful? This summer, our college and young adult group met on Tuesday evenings for a meal, worship, and Bible study. We have been reading the Gospel of John. We’ve arrived at one of my favorite chapters of John, which answers this question in an unexpected and unforgettable way. But before we get to Peter and Jesus around a charcoal fire, allow me to share a story about my sixteen-year-old self. When I ... Read More about The God who waits by the fire
When Racial Trauma calls
I had a strange phone call this morning at work. I work for a small business, so it isn’t too often that we get an inbound call from a potential client who wants services. I’m always skeptical when I get these calls because they are almost always not a good fit for our services or a scam artist. I skeptically answer the line, and I begin a conversation with a woman who was trying to sort out some tax trouble. I listened carefully and promptly asked, “And what CPA are you working with ... Read More about When Racial Trauma calls
Law & Justice & Ahmaud Arbery
I read a letter from the district attorney of the Waycross circuit in Georgia. In this letter, the DA explains why he had to recuse himself from Ahmaud Arbery's case. He cites the reasons why he can’t take on the case, and then proceeds to give his opinions about the case anyway. Don’t take my word for it, you can read his letter here. ... Read More about Law & Justice & Ahmaud Arbery
Alzheimer’s & Fire Alarms
My grandmother has Alzheimer's disease. It has been a slow process of forgetting, losing, and regressing. It’s been difficult for our family, and my mom refers to this process of caring for her as “always having to say goodbye.” ... Read More about Alzheimer’s & Fire Alarms
A Balanced Life?
If you’ve known me for awhile now, chances are you’ve heard me ask, So what’s your word for the year? If you’ve never heard on One Word Resolutions, check this out to learn more. A If you have heard of One Word Resolutions, I am hoping you are already well on your way to discovering your word. I would like to briefly share mine. ... Read More about A Balanced Life?
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Can page contain or word define The wondrous love of Glory Divine? Read of sagas, stories, and prose, Of people God loved and gladly chose. Our feeble hearts so hesitant to begin the journey where God walks with redeemed men. Could it be possible? Real? True? Would God delight in saving a few? Could be yours! his! hers! If only they're told. This is my story beginning to unfold, Gospel! Gospel! Good news for all Jesus is raised! He reversed the fall! ... Read More about word
Insta-less?
“Comparison is the thief of Joy” Apparently, this quote was first said by Theodore Roosevelt, but for me, this comes straight from the mouth of My friend Ashleigh. Ash is crazy intelligent, super funny, authentically genuine, and will always call you out if she thinks you’re exaggerating. (perhaps this is the Texan in her, but she's been there to point out my tall tales on more than one occasion!) She’s a registered dietitian & nutrition practice owner, flower bed owner, ... Read More about Insta-less?
The Hyphen in Between
There was an invitation given to Peter, one he could heed or ignore. It was an uncommon invitation extended to a common man. He was an ordinary dude with an ordinary blue collar job, his occupation probably more sailor and net repairer than actual fisherman. ... Read More about The Hyphen in Between
Palm Sunday
37 As he was drawing near—already on the way down the Mount of Olives—the whole multitude of his disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen, 38 saying, “Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!” 39 And some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, rebuke your disciples.” 40 He answered, “I tell you, if these were silent, the very stones would cry out.” Luke 19: ... Read More about Palm Sunday
Consider the Birds- Guest Post by Eric Gentry
There are occasions when you hear a message so profound it leaves you contemplating it for weeks. This recently happened to me as I sat in a Sunday morning bible class given by Highland's associate teaching minister, Eric Gentry. It was so thought-provoking, I asked Eric to share his message, and he graciously agreed to offer a written version. It is fitting that he wrote it, for his message speaks of The Kingdom of God and finding a safe place to land. The Highland Church (where I've called ... Read More about Consider the Birds- Guest Post by Eric Gentry
Run in With Authority & Mark 12
I remember the first time I had a run in with the Authorities. I was three or four, and my mom had just told me NO. I was old enough to understand then that NO meant business, but I really wanted to do what I wanted to do. In my three year old self, I did some risk-analysis… Was it worth it to disobey my mom? ... Read More about Run in With Authority & Mark 12
Two Weeks Notice
“Moving on, is a simple thing, what it leaves behind is hard.” Dave Mustaine There comes a time in professional life when you realize it’s time for a change. It’s like that dating relationship that you’ve been in for a long time. It might be true love, and you might get married one day… but you’re really just staying because you’re comfortable there. I’ve been feeling that way in my work for awhile now. I didn’t get into the steel industry because I thought it would fulfill all my ... Read More about Two Weeks Notice
Night to Shine & Mark 11
Tim Tebow hosts an international event called Night to Shine on the Friday before Valentine’s day every year. It is a grand prom night for people with special needs, and thousands of volunteers come together to make this night possible. If you’ve never heard of the event before, just check this video out for some inspiration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRz2rWkMTnM Last Friday night, I had the opportunity to be the date of one of the girls with special needs who had been ... Read More about Night to Shine & Mark 11