Learning to live after loss blog
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Am I My Brother’s Keeper? A Christian Perspective on Bearing Burdens
Despite Cain’s indifference after murdering his brother, Christians are called to be their brother’s keeper. This blog post delves into how bearing one another’s burdens and living a life of love exemplifies true Christian faith.
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Cultivating Spiritual Fruit: Understanding the Holy Spirit’s Role
The fruit of the Spirit can feel mysterious, yet Jesus teaches that staying connected to the Vine is key. As we yield, the Holy Spirit works within us, growing fruit through pruning. Though painful, this process transforms us, cultivating fruit for a greater spiritual harvest.
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Crucifying the Flesh: The Key to Living in Freedom
Liberty is easily lost. Though we stand free from sin’s condemnation, the battle between flesh and Spirit is ongoing. Will we stay plugged into the power of the Holy Spirit or surrender to temptation? True freedom comes when we crucify the desires of the flesh and follow God’s leading daily.
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Rest for the Soul: Reflections on Travel Adventures, Taxes, and Spiritual Freedom
Join me on a journey from planning a Boston trip to opting for a cruise, dealing with unexpected taxes, and exploring the spiritual freedom found in coming to Jesus. Discover the joy of adventure, the promise of acceptance, and reflections on Rest for your soul.
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For Freedom’s Sake
Freedom in the U.S. is paid for by the sacrifice of brave men and women in uniform. This includes freedom to worship God. Not everyone in the world has this freedom. Spiritual Freedom was paid for by the blood of Christ. No political system can legislate it or take it…
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No One Needs Two Wives
Waiting on God is hard. And we are tempted to take matters in our own hands. But c’mon Abraham? Even though your wife suggested that you should maybe try to have children with her maid, should you really have taken her up on it? No one needs two wives.
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Give Them The Razzle Dazzle
Our son Drew is on a National Broadway Tour of the hit musical, Chicago. The lawyer in the story is a master at The Razzle Dazzle. He assures his client that he will present a theatrical defense, making the jury forget about the truth and focus on the show.
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From Grief to Joy: The Gift of Adoption
My nephew Carter was born 6 months after Nicholas died. When we were helplessly wallowing in a pit of grief, it was as if God gave us this gift as a reminder that there is life after death. He has been a healing balm to our hearts ever since
