“Our longing to know who we really are—which is the source of all our discontent—will never be satisfied until we confront and accept our solitude. There we discover that the truth of our belovedness is really true. Our identity rests in God’s relentless tenderness for us revealed in Jesus Christ.” Lord, I pray that you more »
Month: March 2014
I Never Wanted That
I came to God with fashion sense And clothes I bought at great expense I knew the drill All things down pat. God said, I never wanted that. I huddled with my life long friends.
I Wrestle NOT
Upgrading the Antennae
Fond Moments of Clarity
As dads, we have the unique opportunity to reveal truth to our children. We get the chance to tell them how life works. These are conversations happen along the way. They are unforgettable, sometimes unpredictable and other times- just plain weird. Here’s one example: The context: Having just listened on CD to Dr. James Dobson more »
A Dog’s Life
Holy Hears a Who
Mary’s Boy
Jesus creator King of every king and yet this was Mary’s boy. blood spilled grace on me and still Mary’s boy piercing your heart Mary to save me forsaking you and his kingdom for me. What a terrible loss you suffered to watch this one you feed, changed, embraced carried, protected, and nourished now condemned more »
The Ragged Stranger
There once was a church on a hill by the bay, with a wonderful spirit of love, you might say, till a ragged stranger came inside and rumors abounded far and wide. Some thought he came from a shelter or prison, and feared he might cause the church shame or a schism.
He Came to Me
In the year of disappointment, loneliness, fear, In the year of confusion, desperation, and chaos,