If a seat requires you to compromise your integrity, convictions, or identity, it was never meant for you. This is an honest reflection on walking away from the wrong tables and trusting that God prepares better ones. The right table will never ask you to become someone God never called you to be.
Time moves strangely. Some hours disappear, while others seem determined to linger. In this reflection on pursuing a PhD, I share what I am learning about managing time, protecting what matters, and staying present while the clock keeps moving forward.
Every now and then, the ordinary world catches the light just right and becomes impossible to dismiss, usually while your dog is prancing across the yard with a stick in her mouth like she has just won Best in Show for the third year running. Her proper name is Penelope, which sounds elegant enough to... Continue Reading →
The content reflects on the importance of rest and permission in our lives, emphasizing how moments of stillness nurture authenticity and vulnerability. Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains, it explores the sacredness in ordinary experiences and highlights that rest is an invitation, not a weakness. Embracing stillness allows for deeper reflection and connection with oneself and God.
Gratitude is not about sentimentality; it's a form of truth-telling. Look clearly at your life and acknowledge what shaped you. This year, gratitude revealed God's quiet work.
Embrace the journey of finding fulfillment through teaching, where each lesson and conversation aligns with a deeply rooted sense of purpose.
The Church has historically focused on sin and salvation while neglecting the psychological aspects of healing, resulting in shallow discipleship models. By avoiding topics like mental health and trauma, it inadequately supports individuals struggling with chronic stress. Integrating psychology and spirituality could foster deeper understanding and transformation within the faithful.
We’ve all been there at one point in our life. Or maybe several points. We say “yes” with passion, declare intentions with fire in our spirit, and commit with full hearts—only to find ourselves drifting weeks, days, or even hours later. It was really what we wanted just a month or a week ago but... Continue Reading →
In this passage, Jesus responds to a lawyer's question about eternal life by emphasizing the importance of loving God and one's neighbor. He illustrates this through the parable of the Good Samaritan, highlighting that true neighbors are often those society rejects. Jesus encourages genuine compassion that transcends cultural boundaries and religious expectations.
The content discusses the duality of human nature through the metaphor of an eagle wanting to soar and a hippopotamus preferring mud. It emphasizes self-awareness, empathy, and the importance of recognizing both our strengths and weaknesses. The author encourages self-compassion and humility while acknowledging personal struggles with mental health and leadership.
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