Christians get a bad rap these days because, well, a lot of them deserve it. We don't glorify God with our actions or our words. But why is that?
Tag: praise
Keep The Passion Alive (Leviticus 23)
When's the last time you spiced up your relationship with God? Did something new? Changed it up?
Clap For Me (Exodus 37)
Summary: Earlier last week an email showed up in my inbox. It pointed out a problem, a mistake, an issue and it gently suggested that I was the one to blame and thus, the one to find a solution. There was just one thing wrong - I was not to blame, not in the slightest. A fire … Continue reading Clap For Me (Exodus 37)
You’re That Artist’s Kid (Exodus 36)
Summary: What's your dream? What is that thing you've wanted to do or accomplish for years? What's that fantasy you return to over and over, thinking "just wait until they see me ___"? I bet it's a good one. Your castles in the sky are platinum, glittering and promising. But now...back to earth. How likely … Continue reading You’re That Artist’s Kid (Exodus 36)
Self Care (Exodus 15)
Summary: One of my best friends and I like to joke that we enable each other. If one of us wants to splurge on some sweet treat, the other will enthusiastically agree and then join in! This often comes into play after one of us has completed some task that was stressful, difficult, or tiring. … Continue reading Self Care (Exodus 15)
Blessings Are Not For The Faint Of Heart (Genesis 33)
Summary: I used to perform artistic sign language at church a lot when I was younger. It was like praise dancing, only the movements that I and the rest of the group executed were (grammatically incorrect) American Sign Language that (should have) reflected the words of a gospel song. I remember how sometimes we would … Continue reading Blessings Are Not For The Faint Of Heart (Genesis 33)
When You Just Know (Genesis 28)
Summary: We all have arguments with our family members. Whether they're passive-aggressive and icy or loud and violent, they suck. The worst part, in my opinion, is the aftermath. How do we mend this? How are we supposed to act around each other until someone says "I'm sorry"? How do we get back to normal? … Continue reading When You Just Know (Genesis 28)