Maybe this year the lights are too bright, the carols too cheerful, and the company too crowded. Perhaps this has been a difficult year that left you in no condition to be holly or jolly. It’s possible that the burdens you shoulder have stolen your joy, and the last thing you want to do is … Continue reading Christmas is For You
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Two Sizes Too Small
The Grinch. He has become one of the most widely recognized symbols of Christmas. Every Christmas season, you will likely hear somebody say, “don’t be a Grinch.” This character is the subject of a children’s book by Dr. Seuss, a few different movie adaptations, and has become one of the most recognizable figures of pop … Continue reading Two Sizes Too Small
Christmas Like a Child
The Christian band Third Day has a song on their Christmas album called “Christmas Like A Child.” I’d like to share some of the lyrics here; as you read, think about if perhaps you can relate to this sentiment. “I want to feel Christmas, how it used to be With all of its wonder falling … Continue reading Christmas Like a Child
A Thanksgiving Reflection (2025)
I decided that this year, I would begin a tradition of writing a Thanksgiving reflection. These will be times for me to share what I am thankful for specifically this past year and how I have seen the Lord prove Himself faithful in my life. Though I could write an endless list, I will contain … Continue reading A Thanksgiving Reflection (2025)
Why We Forgive
When we realize the magnitude of God’s forgiveness towards us, it motivates us to forgive others. We were born with a sinful nature, lost, disobedient, and our sin was offensive to a holy God whose standard is perfection. We deserve nothing from Him; yet He has given us everything. God not only forgave us, which … Continue reading Why We Forgive
The Head of the Serpent
My family recently had a scary experience in our yard. My brother was loading some items in his car and preparing to leave shortly, when he almost stepped barefoot on a snake. He saw part of a brown snake's body, while the head and part of the snake’s body were buried in the ground. We … Continue reading The Head of the Serpent
My Testimony
This Friday will mark 15 years since I became a Christian! Because of this, I wanted to share my testimony of how I came to know Jesus. On November 7, 2010, when I was 7 years old, I accepted Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Savior. My family and I went to our church’s … Continue reading My Testimony
The Briefest of Moments
On a cool fall Saturday morning, I walk out onto my back porch, recline in my favorite rocking chair, and open my Bible. The text is Romans 8. I had left off my reading in the middle of the chapter, so I pick up with verse 18. I read the following words from the pen … Continue reading The Briefest of Moments
Peace Be With You
We live in a world starved for peace. Unfortunately, we have become desensitized to wars, assassinations, and violence. What used to be unthinkable has become expected. There’s a reason that, when someone is asked what their one wish would be, a common answer is “world peace.” We long for a resolution to all conflicts, but … Continue reading Peace Be With You
Mourning Dove
I love hearing birds’ singing, but there is no bird that stands out to me like the mourning dove. The mourning dove is appropriately named because “their soft, drawn-out calls sound like laments.” The cry of the mourning dove is pleasing, but there is a hint of sadness within it. This call is joyful and … Continue reading Mourning Dove