I used to watch my grandmother read her Bible at night. Perched on the side of her bed, head and body bent low, the small antique lamp would cast shadows… Continue
Gentleman Jesus
I had about three-quarters of a post all typed out. Singing the single woes…hugging that old ‘father wound’ of insecurity like the prickly pear cactus it is. And then I went… Continue
The Unrecognizable Jesus
Do you ever have those pivotal conversations with a friend or loved one that leave you in a perpetual state of deep thought? It’s the kind of verbal… Continue
Peace Hugger
Sometimes I wake up with the gentle whispers of the Holy Spirit. Today was not one of those mornings. Sunlight filtered through the wooden blinds in my room… Continue
Jesus for President
Confession: I’ve never cared much for politics. I don’t even like to identify myself as belonging to a certain party. The truth is, there are bits and pieces… Continue
Junk Drawer
We all have at least one of these, right? These catch-all’s of clutter. Wooden, rectangular homes for items previously homeless. I open mine and am met with everything… Continue
The Joy Thief
I pressed the pages of my journal together, closed my eyes, and smiled. Gratitude rose in my heart as I reflected on my time with the Lord. Content to… Continue
The Never-Ending (Love) Story
It was early. The pale blues and grays of dawn wound their way through the blinds of my bedroom. Not quite dark and not quite light. I rolled… Continue
Playing Catch
I really dislike baseball. In fact, if you ever find me at a game, I am only there for the hot dogs and the fellowship with friends. I… Continue
Just Call Me Hagar
I can see her running. Garments catch the wind and dust billows around her sandal-ed feet. Hair wet with sweat and bitter tears wraps her face like a… Continue