Normally when I reference “Piper” I mean John. But, this reference is to Piper Palin making sure her little brother Trig was looking good on national television. HT: Between Two Worlds
You Know You Are a Servant When . . .
“You know you’re a servant when you don’t mind being treated like one.” Source Unknown.
How Can I Forgive Myself?
One forgiveness question that often comes up is, “How can I forgive myself?” Here’s what I say in Unpacking Forgiveness: If you are asking, “How can I forgive myself?” it is probably in reference to mistakes you have made in…
Bonhoeffer on Wrongly Avoiding Conflict
We live in a culture that prefers to bury sin rather than properly admonish. Consider this quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Nothing can be more cruel than the tenderness that consigns another to his sin. Nothing can be more compassionate than…
What is a Woman’s Highest Call?
Amy’s Humble Musings reflects on whether or not a woman’s highest call is to have children. She wisely concludes “no.” Amy’s post was a good reminder for me as a parent. I have two daughters. And, I need to be…
Google Calendar: A Great Help for Busy Families
At our house, Jamie unquestionably has the job of being air-traffic controller. Amid volleyball, two different football team, my busy church schedule, people staying at our home, family coming in from out of town, planning meals, and getting people to…
Self-Forgetfulness (Getting off the mental gerbil wheel)
Many find “self-forgetfulness” to be one the most of difficult aspects of “unpacking forgiveness.” They want to move on from the wounds they have given or received. They want to stop thinking about it. But, the more they want to…