Preface: "For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us." - Romans 8:18 Four years later, I am still rummaging through Heidi’s personal effects. Trinkets, cards and notes she wrote and received, gifts and other items that hold no substantive … Continue reading Death of a Spouse, Part V: Rising Hope in a Risen Savior
Remember Your Everlasting Mercy and Love
“Remember your mercy, O LORD, and your steadfast love,for they have been from of old.”Psalm 25:6 ESV I remember the very first time I began to refer to Heidi in the past tense. It was literally minutes after the surgeon broke the news of her passing away. I also remember how shortly after her death … Continue reading Remember Your Everlasting Mercy and Love
The Sun Rises
Tomorrow is the end of 2022 and for many of us, this year was marked with many life changes. On the whole are you able to see God’s hand through it all?
How to remember those we love when we grieve
The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.Proverbs 10:7 (ESV) Some memories of those in our past are best left not to be remembered. In fact, according to this proverb, it is expected. The name of the wicked will rot. This is not proverbial. This is literal but … Continue reading How to remember those we love when we grieve
This is Not My Home
I need an acquaintance and familiarity with the gospel that quenches the deepest thirst in my soul so as to give up looking for satisfaction on and in things on this side of heaven. I need Christ's comfort. I need stability and direction. I need to remember, albeit however painful, that this is not my home; rather, that Heaven awaits - my true home that will indeed last forever.
Have you ever been a victim of racism?
Have you ever been a victim of racism or felt like you were treated differently because of your skin color?
The Creaking on the Stairs
A must read for anyone wanting to peer into very the difficult questions we inevitably face concerning human suffering and The Gospel. The author's biographical account of both his story of suffering at the hand of her is paired with his account of the saving and merciful redemption of Him our Lord, Jesus.
CityAlight – Jesus, Strong and Kind
Reflections and Questions on the song by CityAlight: Jesus, Strong and Kind.
Let Nothing Move You
Like many others, I was taken aback hearing the tragic news of the NBA basketball legend, Kobe Bryant's sudden death, along with several others, including his 13 year old daughter this past Sunday. It was another sad moment when someone we love, respect and admire are suddenly gone. The pain is felt everywhere. I was … Continue reading Let Nothing Move You
Looking Ahead in 2020
Entering 2020 We are 18 days into the new year and the new decade. For me personally, it's been a long but fast 18 days. 18 days of intense work, engaging in activity both serious and light, but at the end of it, has already reminded me that no matter how deliberate I can be … Continue reading Looking Ahead in 2020