Drip. Drip. Drip-drip. Trying to stop the drip-drops was nothing short of futile. My eyes started to burn as salt landed on my lips. Wishing for a towel and… Continue
Why God Isn't Good
I remember sitting on wooden pews in my grandfather’s church. I think people rarely stand up and give their testimonies anymore…but that’s what we did 20-some odd years… 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
Equanimity
This was the word she used. The paper covering the exam table crinkled as I shifted my weight. Elbow resting on knee, chin resting on fist, I nodded… 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
Bye 2015
I’ve never been a big fan of New Year’s. I don’t know why exactly, but it’s always made me a little sad. Even when I was much younger,… Continue
Manger Heart
There is a room in my house that is currently bordering on the likes of a Sanford & Son episode. I’ve actually taken to closing the door because… 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