It’s been almost a year since I created a blog post. That is not a record I hoped to achieve, but the reality of life in a pandemic makes things challenging. So does battling depression, and that is where I continue to find myself. Shortly after Easter 2021, I began to notice I was not okay. My attempts to relieve stress and burnout were little […]
We are preparing for mission… well, for a mission trip. We are already on a mission. That is an every day purpose and perspective, leading our thoughts, words, and actions. Being on mission is intrinsic to following Jesus. Where Jesus goes, we go, and what Jesus does, we do. In one sense, this mission trip will only be an extension of what we already do, […]
Imagine this scenario. You arrive at the doctor’s office after taking a fall, with sharp pain in your arm. The doctor examines you, runs a few tests, and takes X-rays of your arm. After looking at the results, she informs you that your arm is broken and that is the cause of your pain. You wait but nothing happens. You ask about your broken arm, […]