On tomatoes being too big for my mouth

When I was growing up, I didn’t eat tomatoes. I wanted to because it was “more adult,” figuring that when […]

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On patience in hope yet hope realized

Romans 8:24-25 reads: For  in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who […]

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On becoming Quaker? Check-the-box-church-service

So I grew up outside Philly, my mom made oatmeal cookies, I watched Captain Kangaroo – the latter two reminding […]

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On Being a Recovering Pastor

I have a high view and respect for the pastorate and calling to minister vocationally in Jesus’ name.  To step […]

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On reaping, sowing, planting and gardens

I sit in church, hidden tears stream down my face while feelings of confusion and lack of will fill my […]

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On being God’s paralegal

Christians are known for what they are against. This has always been and always will. There’s no getting around it. […]

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On a prayer of response to Connecticut horror

A prayer from Max Lucado that may speak on behalf of all our hearts: Dear Jesus, It’s a good thing […]

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