I struggle a lot with fear. I've always been a worry wart, but it is an issue that has both intensified and changed as I've grown older. I used to worry about things. Now my mind races, my heart pounds, and my whole body tenses as I wonder "What if, what if, what if?" My … Continue reading Fear Not
Christianity
Saying ‘Yes’
I love the story of Esther. It's one of my favorite books of the Bible. There's so much depth found within its few short pages, not to mention the DRAMA! An ousted queen, a secret heritage, a murderous plot, a life-or-death decision. Esther's tale is as juicy as any soap opera or as nail-biting as … Continue reading Saying ‘Yes’
Whose Are You?
I am a child of God. When you put your faith in Jesus, this is one of the first truths you learn. As Paul says in his second letter to the Corinthians, "...the new creation is come: the old has gone, the new is here!" (2 Corinthians 5:17b) And what is this new creation? "To … Continue reading Whose Are You?
What’s So Good About Good Friday?
Today is Good Friday. And, outwardly, there is nothing good about it. Because today is the day we remember Jesus's death on a cross. An innocent man. A good man. A perfect man. Murdered. And not just murdered. Whipped. Flogged. Beaten. Mocked, jeered, and spat upon by the crowds. Bloodied by a crown of thorns, … Continue reading What’s So Good About Good Friday?
Anatu: A Short Story
Citadel of Susa, Babylon 483 B.C. “It’s going to be you, Anatu. I just know it.” I smiled tightly at Shala as she clasped my hands, the myriad of rings on our fingers clinking together with the force. Perhaps her comment was genuine. Or perhaps she was waiting for me to return the compliment, to … Continue reading Anatu: A Short Story
Missing the Forest for the Trees
"Honey, you're missing the forest for the trees." I will never forget the look on my daughter's face the first time I spoke these words to her. Inside her deep brown eyes, I could see her mind lingering over each word, trying to piece together my meaning, with little success. Finally, after a few minutes, … Continue reading Missing the Forest for the Trees
From Cradle to Grave
I admit sometimes, during this Christmas season, I can be a Grinch. It's not that I don't like Christmas. I do. But sometimes I just get overwhelmed with the sheer busyness of it all. The shopping, the get-togethers, the school performances, not to mention the church events and community outreach activities. They are all worthy … Continue reading From Cradle to Grave
Loosening My Grip
This might come as a surprise to some of you, but I am not a perfect person. Shocker, right? I love Jesus, and I am so thankful for my freedom in Him, but that doesn't mean I don't still struggle with sin. I can be short-tempered, and I have a penchant for over-reaction. Sometimes I … Continue reading Loosening My Grip
I Have A Secret…
Halloween can be a tricky subject in Christian circles. For every Christian who enjoys all things spooky this time of year, there are four more who tsk-tsk the celebration of the "devil's day." Now, before we go any further, I want to clarify: it is completely fine if you and/or your family choose not to … Continue reading I Have A Secret…
Stand Up And Fight
We have an enemy. I know people don't like to hear that or even to think that, but it's true. Especially if you are a Christian, you must learn to live with the fact that you (and I) have an enemy. But it's not who the world is trying to tell you it is. It's … Continue reading Stand Up And Fight
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