The cross … the symbol of one of the central tenets of the Christian faith. A particularly visible image during the Easter season. The reminder that Jesus died – and then rose … Read more about Thoughts about sin done to us …
A Sermon to Myself About Busyness and Spiritual Dryness
I love what I do. This job fits me better than any other I’ve ever had. And I’m good at what I do. Good in the deep down “right fit” kind of way. … Read more about A Sermon to Myself About Busyness and Spiritual Dryness
Waiting … and Advent
Typically, we don’t like to wait. Delayed gratification is less and less common. Technology and other advances have removed the “necessity” of waiting for many … Read more about Waiting … and Advent
What are Kingdom Dreams? (Or, Why am I afraid to dream?)
Seth Barnes poked his head in my office this week and said, “What’s your Kingdom dream?” “Kingdom dream” is a phrase we hear a lot at Adventures in … Read more about What are Kingdom Dreams? (Or, Why am I afraid to dream?)
Sometimes I Miss Children’s Ministry
I absolutely love what I’m doing now. Working with parents, at Adventures in Missions, is a perfect use of my skills and passions. It’s a season of ministry that is exciting … Read more about Sometimes I Miss Children’s Ministry
Responding to Disappointment
Something happened this week that was a crushing disappointment. But let me be clear right from the start – it was disappointment. It was not huge injustice. I was not the … Read more about Responding to Disappointment
Words to cling to
I’ve always loved words. And crossword puzzles. And word games. I like to edit and wordsmith documents – to find just the right combination of words. Putting words … Read more about Words to cling to
The Long Haul …
I remember the first time I identified with a Biblical character. Truly identified – as in “Maybe there’s someone like me in the Bible.” Or “Maybe … Read more about The Long Haul …
What Does God Want To Do In Your 50s?
I turned 57 this week. Seven years ago, shortly after my 25-year marriage ended, I turned 50 in Thailand – at a missions conference. There were so many unexpected things about … Read more about What Does God Want To Do In Your 50s?
