Belonging and Purpose or “Church Hurt?”

My grandfather used to say, “Son, people are people.” What he meant was that there are different shapes and sizes of people, but we are all the same. We are people. Our commonality, having been created in the image of a loving God, overcomes any differences we may have. I have had the privilege ofContinue reading “Belonging and Purpose or “Church Hurt?””

Not a Checklist

Aren’t you tired of feeling uncertain in these days? I know I am. We never know what the next news cycle brings, but we’re learning to expect something less than inspiring! (So, really, what did happen to the murder hornets? I want to know!) In these times of uneasiness and with an undercurrent of frustrationContinue reading “Not a Checklist”

Where’s the Love?

Where’s the love? “If you really fulfill the royal law according to the Scripture, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself,’ you are doing well.” (James 2:8) This is James quoting Jesus, quoting Deuteronomy. It’s a mandate from God, Himself. As I observe our nation and the popularization of polarization, the hailing of hatred, andContinue reading “Where’s the Love?”

Welcome

This site emanates from a desire to help people, leaders, and churches be as healthy as possible. In a world that seems to be unraveling in different ways each day, the necessity to love God and love others is more amplified. Individuals and families need to be encouraged. Churches need assistance finding God’s specific planContinue reading “Welcome”