Born in 1564, Galileo understood the way God had created the world even though other scholars were teaching that the sun rotated around the earth. Galileo knew the opposite was true. The church refused to accept this change, but scientists continued to make discoveries for centuries based on his work. Galileo’s understanding of the principles…
The Fourth of July is usually a day of picnics—hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill; potato salad and potato chips; red-white-and-blue desserts. We gather with friends and family. We enjoy a day off from work. And the day usually culminates in fireworks displays. Kids always think these are the best part of the day….
When I went through childbirth classes, our instructor admonished us not to tense up during contractions. She encouraged us to relax instead so they could do what they were intended to do. Tensing up and fighting the pain only prevents the contractions from accomplishing their purpose. The less effective they are, the more of them…
I’ve been living in a state of deconstruction for four years. It’s not the first time I’ve described my life in this way, though, and I’m sure it won’t be the last. The first deconstruction began nine years ago and focused on my heart. God was dismantling the lies I believed about myself and the…
The ground was covered with a glistening white blanket of freshly fallen snow, and flakes the size of saucers gently drifted down as we made our way to Central Park in New York City. The near-whiteout conditions had slowed the city to a halt, and we found parking in a spot usually reserved for a…
“Our Father in heaven…” (Matthew 6:9 NIV) Unlike women whose fathers’ choices and failings have led to neglect, abuse, or chaotic homes, I have no difficulty remembering and celebrating my late father’s life on Father’s Day. He was a fine man and a good parent to me. I loved him. Yet when considering our triune…