Responding To Your Feedback: Part 5
Every so often I receive comments on my blog posts and emails from readers who want to share their input on what I have written. Although many are supportive and friendly, plenty of others are critical, mean-spirited, inaccurate, or some…
When You Don’t Want To Answer God’s Call
Christians, we might have a problem that we are actively ignoring. We attend church, sing hymns, pray, read the Bible, but we also draw a line in the sand when God calls us to something unpreferred. Christians say they want…
John Oliver And Homeschool: A Bad Take
Alleged comedian, John Oliver, hosts a show on HBO called Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. About a month ago, he chose to dedicate a twenty-four-minute segment on homeschooling. It was an alarmingly prejudiced, misinformed, and brainwashed diatribe. So, it…
Christian, Plant Seeds Whatever The Result
It can be discouraging when we witness to those who don’t know the Lord, can’t it? Some believers consistently share their faith, invite people to church, and serve others while rarely seeing anyone come to faith. We might wonder what…
Conservative And Christian Aren’t The Same Thing
The last several years have offered Christians a bit of hope concerning their place in the culture and politics. Conservatives, in response to the likes of Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, California Governor Gavin Newsom, and tech giant Bill Gates, have stepped…
The Lonely Pastor’s Wife
I’ve been a pastor’s wife for about nine years. It feels like I always have always been, but I also know those years are a drop in the bucket for the women who have stood beside pastor husbands for three,…
Examining Greg Locke’s Teachings in ‘Come Out In Jesus Name’
My heart is broken over how churches and ministries use Jesus to propagate false and sometimes dangerous teachings. Manipulation paired with a veneer of Christianity seems to be enough to convince people to believe unbiblical teachings and to become ardent…
What’s The Hurry, Christians?
A breakout session with author, Claudia Barba, at a ladies event I recently attended convicted me in a big way. She discussed hurry, and everything she said about it resonated with me. I am in a hurry. Every day. All…
Is A Small Church Right For You?
What size church is the best size to attend? Where should pastors who are looking for work apply? There are strong opinions regarding church size, and I’m happy to sit back, eat my popcorn, and take in the show. However,…
Christians And The Cultural Obsession With “Body Count”
If social media has proven anything about itself, it’s that it can be a total dumpster fire. Sometimes it feels as if the worst of humanity is congregating for a club meeting or something. Sadly, Christians aren’t immune to getting…
