The name given to us at birth forms the foundation of our identity. As unique personal markers, our name is part of who we are as a person. Being called by name makes us feel respected, recognized, and known. When we feel like just a face in the masses, hearing our name immediately grabs our... Continue Reading →
Just As I Am…
A large portion of my life has been spent wishing I was different. I am an introvert, but I desperately wanted to be an extrovert. I am responsible and need routine, but I really want to be carefree and spontaneous. I overthink just about everything, but I wish I could just want accept things as... Continue Reading →
Love Is…
I've been giving a lot of thought lately to what love is. The word "love" is thrown around so often it starts sounding like a cliché. We use it in many different contexts with varying meanings. I love chocolate. I love when it snows. I love my family. I love to read. We often use... Continue Reading →
Can We Agree to Disagree?
America is a vast and culturally blended nation. As such, we face issues that other nations may not experience. Our diversity means that we are going to see the world through different lenses. This is a good thing. A primary concern for one may seem trivial to another, but they are drawing from different experiences.... Continue Reading →
Don’t Be Led Astray
Beginning in the Old Testament, God has warned about false prophets. In the New Testament, Jesus also reinforced this warning. Words of warning about false teachings were a prominent focus of the apostles as well. This recurrent focus reminds us that many will come in His name, but few are who they claim to be.... Continue Reading →