God with us
I spent a good chunk of last year worrying about all the ways I would encounter a snake while exploring the National Park system...
Theologically sound, personally broken
Over the years, Mary and I have led several Ocho Decisiones Que Sanan Tu Vida (Life’s Healing Choices) recovery groups. At a recent meeting...
On the road to recovery
I will never forget the first time I shared in an accountability group for pornography addiction. I was ashamed and nervous, had a dash...
Bible Reading 101
The Word of God is changing people and communities around the world, and yet research indicates that the time followers spend daily – and...
Still bearing fruit
The church family I serve is guided by a vision of discipleship as a lifelong journey of “following Jesus together.” As a pastor, I...
Living resurrection power
When living in Spain, we were overwhelmed with the attention given to Easter week. Elaborate religious processions winding through the streets and avenues of...
How to support people living with mental illness
People who live with a mental illness have been my teachers. I have learned a lot about life from what they model and say....
Letting God guide
I distinctly remember waking up one morning desperate to find a deeper understanding of faith and reason for a relationship with God. Life had...