I'm a Christian and I'm an American. My identity is in Christ. But I also love and believe in this country. (For clarification in this post I'm defining "love" as "fondness for" and "desire to protect," not "worship" or "belong to" or "idolize.") Both my parents served in the United States Armed Forces. Growing up,… Continue reading From Sea to Shining Sea
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Our Common Foe
In Ephesians 6:10-20, Paul encourages the Ephesians to put on the "full armor of God" so that we can "take our stand against the devil's schemes." This section of Scripture is a great reminder that we do have enemies...but they're not other human beings. And thankfully, Satan and God are not equals. God is above… Continue reading Our Common Foe
Fear Itself – Scripture Reference
In his now-famous 1933 Inauguration speech, FDR said: "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." I think Scripture confirms that he was right. God knows that as Christians, we will still struggle with fears. Scripture is full of different variations of "fear not," "be courageous," and "do not be afraid," and digging… Continue reading Fear Itself – Scripture Reference
a simple Christmas 2: LOVE
Adapted from Advent readings prepared 12/2018 for The HUB Church, Roseville CA Christmas is a beautiful season of giving, of sharing, of soaking up reds, greens, silvers, and golds. Love reigns at Christmas: the ones we love most gather near to us and we are filled with tenderness toward our neighbor. Time seems to stand… Continue reading a simple Christmas 2: LOVE
the King of Autumn
Fall is officially here in Northern California. There is a distinct chill in the air, the evening breeze has a different feel, almost ominous, and the days seem compact and more fleeting than ever. The sky before the day ends is a milky sheet of cloud stretched out above everything, but the sunsets this time… Continue reading the King of Autumn
My Heart's Overflow 