Love is never lost. It cannot be destroyed, and it is never forgotten. Every shoot of green in early spring is a declaration that winter and death were not the end. They were, in fact, only the beginning of something glorious. … More Season of Hope
There is a common misconception that good people shouldn’t have problems. On the contrary, some of the most amazingly bright, compassionate souls face the darkest circumstances. The reason is very simple: a flashlight is of no use in a brightly lit room.
… More Kindness Shines in the Darkness
What do an ex-Marine, a “Frankenstein” science project, futuristic computers, and aliens have to do with God and King David? You’ll just have to read to find out! … More James Cameron’s Avatar: Finding God and King David on Pandora
Dear Mr./Mrs./Miss/Dr. Agent Person, whoever you are: I have a book that I want to publish, and I know you’re the perfect literary agent to help me do it. … More The Worst Query Letter Ever Written: How NOT to Get a Literary Agent to Represent Your Book
I don’t have all the answers, but I’ve learned that God sometimes allows things to happen to us because he plans to work them out for our good. In other words, sometimes God blesses us with a gecko infestation. … More The Blessings of Geckos: Why I’m Thankful for Unanswered Prayers
When I file my taxes, the numbers seem to say that I’m a personal and professional failure, but that’s okay. I don’t actually care. Here’s why. … More Getting Paid: One Caregiver’s Thoughts on What Truly Matters
Hunter overcame every obstacle in the qualifying round. I couldn’t wait to see him try to do it again for God’s kingdom, God’s glory, and for all of us facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles of own. … More American Ninja Warrior, Hunter Sipes, Takes Us to Church Part Two: The Orlando Finals
I always bring Jack Sparrow with me to the hospital. Before you get my white jacket and padded cell ready, let me explain. … More Worry, Stress, and Jack Sparrow: How a Pirate Taught Me to Rely on God in the Face of Devastating Illness
Then into that silence stepped a light whisper of peace. It came and rested on my heart like the gentle reassurance of a loving embrace. I felt, rather than heard, a voice say, “It’s okay, I was tired too.” … More Jesus Was Tired Too: Encouragement for Caregivers
Inside Out doesn’t just give us the opportunity to talk to kids about their emotions. It can also help us talk to them about Christ. … More Finding Jesus in Disney Pixar’s Inside Out: A New Way to Talk to Kids about Christ
Give Us This Day Our PBJ 