Category Archives: Relationships

Indignation.  I see it all around me.  And often in me.  And funny, when I parse it out – In-dig-nation – I think, “We truly are a nation that digs in.”  I don’t necessarily mean the United States, but our … Continue reading →

While trying to be helpful to a total stranger, I inadvertently caused her a great deal of stress and inconvenience instead.  (Basically, because of me, her credit card disappeared.)  She responded by yelling, swearing, insulting me, and throwing things around … Continue reading →

You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not leave him unpunished who takes His name in vain.  Exodus 20:7 I’ve been thinking about what it means to “take the Lord’s … Continue reading →

I have a friend who drives a really nice luxury car.  However, although it looks great on the outside, it doesn’t run well.  Not only that, but inside, it’s embarrassingly full of clutter and trash.  She shared with me that … Continue reading →

Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.  John 7:24 Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.  1 John 4:11 Imagine meeting someone new.  They may be wearing a name tag.  … Continue reading →

A friend of mine (who happens to be quite neat and tidy) had an infestation of bedbugs.  When I heard that, I was deeply distressed.  I know how hard it is to get rid of those things, and that terrified … Continue reading →

Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.  Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.  Do not get drunk on … Continue reading →

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Before we sit down around the post-election Thanksgiving table, let us all agree that what unites us is greater than what divides us.  We don’t have to all be the same – thankfully we’re not! – … Continue reading →

Dear Marie, First of all, let me say, I love being your mom.  Having you for a daughter has been far more rewarding than I could have ever imagined.  I love discovering the person God created you to be, and … Continue reading →