A Risky Pursuit

I’m watching a series and it’s really got me thinking. This series is based on a man. I’m not sure I can completely vouch for the whole series as there are some parts I do not agree with but here is the premise. This man, born of means, comes back from being a POW and...

Certain Aspects of God

“God is Love” 1 John 4:8 “Gracious is the Lord, and righteous” Psalm 116:5 “God is not a God of confusion, but of peace.” 1 Corinthians 14:33 I like these aspects of God. But, what my humanity struggles with are verses like these: “For he wounds” Job 5:18. “He has...

When You Don’t Want The Good

I’m sure you’ve heard the verse, “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose” Romans 8:28. Christians normally quote it to other Christians when they’re facing a rough time,...

Until Then, I’ll Hate You

You violated me. You violated my family. You came into our lives roaring and plummeting. You ripped off the protection we once felt. You tore through each one of us like lion attacking its prey. The damage you’ve done is beyond repair… You stole our feeling of...

Black Hawk Down VS. Life

“Good luck, and be careful.” Their commanding officer said as they headed out on their mission. They went in thinking they’d be on their way in 30 minutes. Little did they know it would be one of the most grueling 15-hour-fight many of them had ever seen. They...

Entrusting Our Tears

If I’m honest with myself, I don’t want to struggle, so I’ve been ignoring it. You may ask what I’ve been ignoring… Feelings, emotions, certain things that I know I need to process through. But, part of me is just focusing on the happy because I am weary of the...