Bridging the gap between Christianity, life, and mental health
Dear friend, I know I've been away for a while but I had good reason: I was helping my family care for my grandmother who was suffering from dementia. A Bittersweet, Ironic Departure Grandma passed on Valentine's Day which is both ironic and apropos, as she loved her family, church, and community deeply and exemplified... Continue Reading →
I'm currently reading Warrior Poet: Before David was King by Timothy J. Stoner and through this Biblical fictional tale, my appreciation for the Psalms is increasing. Case in point: I've been studying the Psalms more and had an encouraging conversation last night with my college friend, Kendra, after I told her about the book and... Continue Reading →
A little over a week ago, I met YHWH at the typewriter, as is our custom, and started thinking about my relationship with Him throughout the years. All of this just…flowed out of me: I am so grateful for His lovingkindness, grace, patience, and never-ending love!
Last Friday morning, I awoke early (like before the crack of dawn early!) and meditated on a well-known, often-quoted-out-of-context passage of Scripture. I’ve read these verses countless times and it hits me anew even now. 27. “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28. bless... Continue Reading →
Last night, I was reading Luke (my plan is to get through Luke-Acts as they are both written by Dr. Luke, a friend of the apostle Paul) and my commentary brought me to the latter chapter Matthew 12. Matthew 12:36 says, “I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every... Continue Reading →
Musings of a Wanderer 