If you’ve been following my previous posts, you might recall that I’ve mentioned some people choosing to step back from our friendship—either by no longer staying in touch or by directly saying they couldn’t continue the relationship. In those moments, … Continued
Have you ever felt betrayed by someone close to you? Maybe a friend, a sibling, or even a coworker? The pain of betrayal cuts deep, but the story of Joseph and his brothers in the Bible shows us something powerful—love … Continued
Romans 13:1-2 – “Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against … Continued
Chances are you’ve heard this advice before, but if you’re like me, sometimes you need to hear it again…and again…and again, until that moment that it strikes you a different way. Then you need to remind yourself about it and … Continued
Perhaps one of the most thoroughly discussed subjects, as well as one of the most misunderstood, is the subject of love. So many books have been written exclusively about the subject that you could spend the rest of your life … Continued
Ghosting is the sudden and unexplained ending of a personal relationship with someone. Due to its abruptness, lack of closure, and one-sided nature, it can cause significant emotional pain, especially if the relationship or friendship shares a strong bond. When … Continued
When it comes to the truth and church discipline, does it matter how you make others feel when you speak truth into their lives? Leaders of the church are called to meet the spiritual needs of the sheep, but what … Continued
Yesterday I learned that someone I consider a good friend has been told by doctors that he has two to three months to live. The Sunday prior I attended a church service where over three hundred people were healed. We’ve … Continued
Self-Perception vs. Public Perception: Finding Alignment in Truth One of the most profound sources of conflict, both internally and interpersonally, arises when our self-perception does not align with how others perceive us. This misalignment creates friction, leading to emotional turmoil … Continued
The Social Justice Divide in the Church What does it mean to be anti-racist or “woke”? How does being “woke” affect the theology of pastors and congregations who buy into it? Garrett Ashley Mullet and Micah Hershberger tackle this topic … Continued