When we feel confused--or worse yet--confounded, it's hard to make decisions. It's difficult to see straight. We don't know if we should keep pushing forward through a challenge or if that challenge … [Read more...]
Letting Go of “Things”
We can't erase the past and live in denial of its existence, but we let go of it in a way that yields to healing and growth. In the process of release, we can also learn more about the blind spots in … [Read more...]
End of Life, Beginning of Life
The shortest verse in most versions of the Bible consists of only two words: "Jesus wept." They were recorded in John 11:13 and referred to the time Jesus visited the tomb of Lazarus, who had died … [Read more...]
How to Listen Well
Hearing, listening and waiting patiently for a chance to speak are three different activities. We know that. But perhaps "listening well" could be a fourth. Not only could it help us peacefully … [Read more...]
How to Enjoy Times of Change
I woke up this morning thinking about the Robert Frost poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay." It always felt purposeful and melancholy, but by taking a closer look a deeper message emerged -- one about times … [Read more...]
The Things We Can’t Seem to Shake
We all have a character flaw or attitude that can feel difficult -- sometimes too difficult -- to address. When it's not staring us in the face life is good, but when it makes its way into the … [Read more...]
Move into the Big Picture
There is a bigger picture than most of us realize. Even if we do realize it, we may not fully comprehend it because it's more real than anything that exists here. It requires having the faith to know … [Read more...]
Trial by Fire: Faith in Tough Times
Going by faith is not a passive decision. It requires vigilance, steadfast action and unwavering trust. When we struggle with tough times, there's more to consider than the finish line. Time spent … [Read more...]
How to Keep Faith in Tough Times
In good times it's easy to talk about faith. It's easy to see why we believe and encourage others to "keep the faith" when they're feeling down. But what about periods of prolonged suffering or … [Read more...]
Show Me What I’m Looking For
“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” ― C.S. Lewis We may not consider ourselves physically blind, … [Read more...]