“We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God–those whom He has called according to His plan.” Romans 8:28 Two of the hardest things I’ve learned are understanding God’s plan when life is falling apart, and learning in the storm. In the past four years ...
Read More »Refining the Layers of Her Life
There was a baby bud under all her layers, But ‘twas ruined by all the world’s players. Daily she wished the bud to blossom, Not realizing God was behind the scenes. The bloom was hidden so very long. No one even knew she was there. Not even her. But God ...
Read More »A Christian Response to Marijuana Legalization
Colorado and Washington have led the nation in the direction of the legalization of marijuana. My own mid-west state has finally followed suit, after several attempts, to get the initiative on the ballot. Does this present a dilemma for Christians who hold libertarian or constitutionalist political viewpoints? This may or ...
Read More »Sequences
Ever encountered sequences? Occasionally, I’ve heard them personified as Murphy’s Law. I don’t remember ever hearing a term applied to that pesky situation when the one thing you want to do is barely out of reach behind numerous (often spontaneous) “urgent” predecessors, until my type-A grandfather coined the term (at ...
Read More »Dying of a Broken Heart
We all know the physical body is amazing—able to accomplish great feats and withstand immense trauma. But did you know grief can kill a person? It is possible to die from a broken heart. Broken Heart Syndrome is a legitimate medical diagnosis. Intense grief, trauma or fear can do more ...
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