My dad turns 90 this week. Mom follows closely after him, in June. Their needs have increased, as has their dependence on family. It's a reminder to me that all of us need the help of others. That need increases as we age, but we are never in a season where we truly can go…
Christ & Country
July 4th fell on a Sunday last year, a day I happened to be invited by a nearby church to come preach. As a guest speaker, I thought it would be a great opportunity to share what I think the Bible has to say about how our faith affects our politics. Though I'm a few…
Microwaving the Fruit of the Spirit
I was at my parents' home recently, and went to heat up some leftover chicken & dumpling soup for their lunch. I pushed start on the microwave, and the timer started counting down -- but that's it. No power, no micro-waves -- or any waves of any kind. Not sure why it wasn't working, I…
Gulping Grace 