Let’s picture two death bed scenes. The first person smiles and says, “I’m so ready to leave this broken world and broken body behind. None of this really matters now–heaven is my true home. The second one isn’t miserable exactly,… Continue Reading
“Don’t forget to bring home lentils,” she said, smoothing her shawl over her hair. “And if you see any linen cheaper than last week, ask the merchant.” I’m only half-listening to her, I confess. I’m busy gathering my scales and… Continue Reading
Emotions are such a funny thing. And we’re not the greatest at reading them in other people. They also have a tendency to expose our own hearts. Real honest emotion is usually vulnerable. And how we respond to this vulnerability… Continue Reading
Or can one walk on hot coals and his feet not be scorched? -Proverbs 6:28 Ribald. That’s a word you don’t hear much. It refers to language, behavior, or humor that is coarse, vulgar, or irreverently mocking. It also perfectly… Continue Reading