Don’t Just Do Something, Stand There
So far as we know, Jesus’ brothers and sisters were not present at the crucifixion. With one exception, his...
Don’t Just Do Something, Stand There
Wisdom Stories
Standing in Someone Else’s Shoes
Standing in Someone Else’s Shoes
Jesus says, “Love one another.” And not just the ones we like and agree with but every single person—even the one...
Kleenex and a Hug, Please
Kleenex and a Hug, Please
Someone once told me, “If you are with a person who is crying, do not hand them a Kleenex.” Surprised, I...
Do Not Be Anxious. Really?
Do Not Be Anxious. Really?
Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with...
The Nature of Dis Order
The Nature of Dis Order
Trigger Warning: Mention of intense body image I’ve reached the point where ‘Wow! You look amazing! I can...
Karen’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Karen’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Years ago, I read a book that promised me more peace, joy, and a sense of fulfillment if, every morning, I would...
Kids Can Handle the Truth
Kids Can Handle the Truth
I lied to my daughter. She asked me, while we were standing on the shoreline of the ocean, “What if I get stung by...
