Monthly Archives: March 2013

Within the worship-language of the Christian community at large, especially the lyrics of many contemporary Christian songs, I’ve noticed a consistent pattern. I’ve observed that emphasis is routinely placed, not just on God’s unearnable grace, but on His perfect holiness, … Continue reading →

The fragrance of God is not the smell of brand new carpet, polished wooden pews and musty hymnals. It is the scent of moist earth and honey, and of roses in the rain. It is a fragrance never stagnant, but … Continue reading →

There are those among my family and friends who have declared for decades now that I consistently sacrifice far too much. They say that this is unhealthy, and that I ought to do more for myself, that I should take … Continue reading →

Time and again it happens. A promise is made, but not kept. Our word is given, then later broken. Raised hopes fall. Perhaps this time it was really no big deal, just a small thing. Perhaps it’s always just a … Continue reading →

When it comes to my own writing, though I do try hard, I seem ineffectual at accurately capturing my feelings in written form. I quickly lose them while struggling with the painful mechanics of writing, and my words end up … Continue reading →