As a Christian, I have been taught that God has a plan for my life. And, if we're taking Scripture out of context, I've been directed to Jeremiah 29:11 just in case I doubted. "For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans … Continue reading God’s will and my autonomy
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The unbearable shroud of shame
The weight of the shroud around me is constricting. It's confounding. It takes reality and distorts it for a lesser truth. I've "lived" my life in the shadow of shame. Not even shame of what I've done, but shame of who I am. I am filled with shame of my thoughts. My words. My actions. … Continue reading The unbearable shroud of shame
That’s kinda scary.
I used to think I wasn't afraid of anything. Except tornadoes and house fires. And snakes. But it turns out that I'm afraid of just about everything. Failing. Being lonely. Being with people (sometimes. Depends on the situation). Being wrong. Being annoying. (Oops.) Being rejected. Being unwanted. Fear is powerful. It is strong. It is … Continue reading That’s kinda scary.
You’re a Horcrux, Harry.
I just finished reading the Harry Potter series for the first time. It was an incredible journey of love, friendship, and sacrifice and I can't wait to read it again, but something that happened in the end of the final book made me think. Hard. If you haven't read the story, I'll catch you up … Continue reading You’re a Horcrux, Harry.
Those are funny baby gifts.
As far as I'm concerned, it's the Christmas season. I know we haven't even gotten to Halloween, yet, and (in Dallas) it's still 80 degrees outside, but. . .what's your point? Christmas, for me, is a wonderful time to really contemplate on the birth and death of Jesus. I know, I know. That's Easter. Except, … Continue reading Those are funny baby gifts.
That old animal cracker.
Today, at preschool, one of my kids didn't eat much of his lunch. It was a nice lunch, a nut butter sandwich on whole grain bread, string cheese, strawberries, and tomatoes. He picked at it, but left quite a bit. Not long after, he walked by an old animal cracker on the floor, bent down … Continue reading That old animal cracker.
Chasing worthlessness
Jeremiah 2:5 says, "Thus says the LORD: "What wrong did your fathers find in me that they went far from me, and went after worthlessness, and became worthless?" . . .went after worthlessness and became worthless. . . What do I chase after that is worthless? Honestly? Everything. Even "good" things like authentic friendships or … Continue reading Chasing worthlessness
Though you slay me.
Job 13:15, "though he slays me, I will hope in him. . ." "God will clobber you to make you humble. He will do whatever he has to do to make shipwreck of your pride" -- John Piper I can act surprised. I can pretend I didn't see this coming. But what a liar am I. … Continue reading Though you slay me.
The Messy Faithful 