We're all mirrors. A mirror reflects whatever is right in front of it. Look around at all your hobbies and interests, the people and things you've surrounded yourself with. That's you. Those things make up who you are. "Be yourself" sounds a lot different when we realize that who we are, our identities, is made … Continue reading Mirrors
Category: Faith
What does it take to really change?
"He became as good a friend, as good a master, and as good a man, as the good old city knew, or any other good old city, town, or borough, in the good old world." Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is famous for his transformation of character. His humbug personality undergoes a … Continue reading What does it take to really change?
A Meditation on Marriage
Recently, I had the honor of offering a message during a very good friend's wedding. Having only just celebrated my two year anniversary with my wife, I can hardly make a claim for expertise in the topic. The task quickly became humbling as—more than ever—I trusted God to give me words that would have significant … Continue reading A Meditation on Marriage
The Way You Think About God is Wrong
Do you ever have doubts about God? Has the way you think about God ever been messed with? Maybe it was a question about your faith that you weren't ready to answer. Or perhaps it was someone else's strong convictions that conflicted with your views. When the way we think about God gets challenged, we … Continue reading The Way You Think About God is Wrong
Marriage Changes People
The other day, my wife made a comment to me that caught me off guard. She said, "You're a lot nicer now that we're married." This was hard to hear for two reasons. The first was pride. Of course I am! I've always been nice. But this thought was immediately followed with shame. You must … Continue reading Marriage Changes People
Am I Crazy?
Getting involved with full-time ministry can sometimes make you feel absolutely crazy. It can strip you naked and reveal the deepest insecurities. You begin to ask questions like, Am I going to be financially stable? Will God continue to prove his faithfulness? Will other respond to my vision and support this mission? Then add marriage … Continue reading Am I Crazy?
