As For Me
January 10, 2024
Reflecting on decades of life and decades of relationship with God. … More As For Me
Tag: Self
Counting Down the Hours
July 27, 2023
The time vortex of changing from one things to another is a strange place to be. I’ve been there these last few days as I prepare to retire. Here are some thoughts about it. Maybe some of you can relate. … More Counting Down the Hours
Who Am I?
October 3, 2022
Cross-cultural service can bring out the worst in the best of people. It’s important to do some self-evaluation prior to going and even after arrival. … More Who Am I?
Divesting of Self
September 21, 2022
When we are united with God through Christ, the concerns of self lessen and enable us to offer self-sacrificially for the needs of others. … More Divesting of Self
Packing Up
November 22, 2021
What you choose to take overseas inevitably looks a lot different from what you bring back. Listening and asking questions will help you find a balance as you go. … More Packing Up
The Sin of Self
September 1, 2021
My will over God’s will is the foundation of sin. We’ll win so many more battles when we make Christ our Commanding Officer. … More The Sin of Self
Saving Face versus Honesty
April 14, 2021
Why do people lie? Do I lie? What is my reason for telling a lie? While telling the truth can be painful, it’s always worth it when done in love. … More Saving Face versus Honesty
Writing Backwards
May 20, 2020
Can a person write too much from the past? Only if they’re not living in the present. … More Writing Backwards
It doesn’t count
May 12, 2020
What do you do with the milestones after a loved one dies? All I can say is grief stinks. … More It doesn’t count
Exhausted from Sorrow
May 6, 2020
Has sorrow exhausted you? Tempted to sleep life away? Don’t fall to that temptation — Get up and pray. … More Exhausted from Sorrow