One of my close friends from church has been struggling with infertility. Knowing that I, too am walking this road, she often comes to me with her thoughts and doubts. She made the comment recently that she is jealous of me because I am at peace with is and she is not. This particular part…
I’ve heard it said that John 3:16 used to be the most well-known and quoted Bible verse, even among non-Christians. Now, though, it is Matthew 7:1, “Judge not, that you be not judged.” I don’t know how “they” get this information, but I certainly sense the pervasiveness of the sentiment. Judging anyone for anything is…
Not long ago, my son and I took a walk in the woods. We were in search of signs of spring. Before we set out, I grabbed my digital camera and gave instructions to my five-year-old. I found my old camera while cleaning out a filing cabinet in my office. My husband and I bought…
In recent months, I’ve found myself mentally replaying a scene from the cult classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail titled “She’s a Witch!” As the scene opens, three villagers are excited at the prospect of burning a witch at the stake. They’re seeking the permission of Bedevere to complete their mission. Here is how…
I used to think that when people said, “I heard God say,” he literally came right out and told them what he wanted them to know or do. A booming voice from the sky showed them the way. But I’ve realized (mostly the hard way) that’s not at all how it works. In my experience,…
Dawn has yet to come. The sky holds husky grays in its twilight. My son and I inhale spoonfuls of oatmeal, run to the bathroom to brush our teeth, and grab backpacks on the way out the door. Our morning routine: a race with the sun. My son wants to see the sunrise over the…