Anticipating Eternity

Advent is defined as: the arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. the first season of the Christian church year, leading up to Christmas and including the four preceding Sundays. the coming or second coming of Christ. So we celebrate the Birth of Jesus during the Christmas season, but we also wait expectantly forContinueContinue reading “Anticipating Eternity”

How Will They Know?

I have many friends who are hurting, who are angry, who don’t see the point in believing in a God, who in their experience won’t truly love them for who they are anyway. These people that I love have been bruised, burned and scarred by the Church, by people who claim to be Christ followersContinueContinue reading “How Will They Know?”

Where is the Hope?

For months, I have had a lot on my mind in regard to those who are hurting around me. When I find out someone I know doesn’t know Jesus or isn’t interested in knowing him, it breaks my heart. I always try to ask questions without seeming to pry too much. I just want toContinueContinue reading “Where is the Hope?”

Don’t Get Lost in the Weeds…

We are currently at the point in the Christian calendar between Easter and Pentecost. This is a period where we reflect on Jesus’ resurrection from the grave, his 40 days back on Earth with his disciples, and his ascension back to Heaven after giving final instructions.  Pentecost is on Sunday, June 8th this year, andContinueContinue reading “Don’t Get Lost in the Weeds…”

Mirror, Mirror

I used to write poetry on a regular basis. It has been a while since poetry has flowed naturally. I was at a work conference this past weekend. The last night, before I headed home, I went to God to reflect on the blessings from the weekend that were a result from blessings over theContinueContinue reading “Mirror, Mirror”