Life is fragile. I’ve recently been reminded of that. When our friends are going through a time of grief, it is not about saying the right thing to encourage them. It is not about getting them to forget what is happening. It is not about trying to get them to move on. It is aboutContinue reading “During a Tragedy”
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What are we so afraid of?
Seminary is often called cemetery. This is because people who have lively Christian lives come to seminary and then are pummeled by high academic work and strong challenges to beliefs, convictions, and lifestyles. But for me seminary has been an experience of equipping, emboldening, and empowering. I have indeed been challenged philosophically, emotionally, and spiritually (andContinue reading “What are we so afraid of?”
Learning how to love God
Sometimes some of the simplest concepts are some of the most transformational. Assuming you are a Christian, if someone asked you if you loved God, how would you respond? I’m guessing you would more than likely say yes, right? But what if that same person asked you, “How do you love God?” or “Can youContinue reading “Learning how to love God”
Stepping Back 