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Sin Like Germs

Sin can be like germs. Just because you can't see it doesn't mean it isn't there. It only takes a little bit to make a surface unusable or a food inedible. It only takes a little to make you and those around you sick. If you don't clean properly with something that...

Time for a Change and Some Balance Adjustment

I talked about possibly changing the blog post schedule in Season of Change. That time has come. I have had to admit to myself that I cannot (currently anyway) keep up with two posts a week anymore. I'm sad about it (and I cried just a little bit), but it's time I...

In Case You Need to Hear It

In case you need to hear (or read) some things, here they are: Sometimes taking a short break will save you more time than pushing through. Instead of just sitting there and trying to power through a problem, you might just need a few minutes away so you can come back...

The Polarization of Politics

I normally steer clear of politics on my blog, but I really do think I should address the polarization of politics. So no, I'm not going to tell you who I voted for and that if you didn't also vote for them that you're wrong; I want to talk about the disagreement so...

Stuck on a Problem

As a kid, I used to get stuck on math problems from time to time. I'd get so frustrated with it that I'd forget there were other math problems for me to solve, and I wouldn't move to another one. My mom had to remind me (more than once) that it can actually be helpful...

God’s Glory or Mine?

I heard something from the sermon last night that really stuck out: If there is impotence in our prayer lives, in our families, or in our ministries, maybe it's because we're doing it for our glory and not God's glory. It can often be the case that we're trying to do...

Practicing What You Don’t Like

Lately in church, the choir and orchestra have been practicing for our upcoming Christmas musical. Some of the pieces are much more complicated than we've done before, and while we're getting the hang of it, we know we need a little more practice. A few don't like to...

Shining the Light

Jesus called us to take His Gospel - the story of His life, death, resurrection, and why He did the things He did - to everyone in the whole world. When we do this, we need to speak the truth in love, we need to be winsome and kind in the way we present it to people....

Third Trip to AGCH

(For blogs on the first two trips to the Amazing Grace Children's Home: Amazing Grace Children's Home and Second Trip to AGCH) The group on this trip had a great time again with the children in Mexico! I always pick up something new when I'm there, and I don't mean...