I Lack Nothing
When we know that the Lord is our Shepherd but we’re pretty sure we do not have all that we need.
In Defense of Reading Bad Books
When you need a justification for the bad books you’ve been reading.
The Shortness of the Season
When the challenging seasons last too long and the ones where things seem to be going right seem to disappear before your eyes…
The Labor Pains of Christ Coming (Part Two)
When what is birthed from painful labor is not what is expected…a promise to hold onto.
The Labor Pains of Christ Coming
When we need to look differently at the rhythm of labor in our day to day suffering…
End of Year Spiritual Braking
When you feel like screaming, “Stop the year! I want to get off!”
The Salt of Memory
When we need the salt of memory to bring out the flavor of our traditions.
Gratitude in the Grit
When we need gratitude to take its proper place in our lives: with our car keys and wallets and, yes, even the dog leash.
Surviving the Standard
When we set standards for ourselves that matter…even if they only matter to ourselves.
When I’m Not Reading
When you’re taking a break from novels and find almost as much excitement and entertainment in everyday life.
No Novel November
When we need to consider taking a break from some of our choices…at least for a little while.