Susan Cain’s new book, Bittersweet, looks at the longing that we have in moments of beauty and even sadness. C.S. Lewis said this longing points us to God but Susan isn’t so sure. This post reflects on agnosticism and the love of not knowing.

In our ever evolving culture the issues we face are becoming more and more complex. With that complexity has come a deepening polarization. How do we keep from destroying our relationships? Empathy can go a long way in dialing down the rhetoric.

A victim mentality is when you feel helpless to make changes because you feel stuck in your situation. But you might not be as stuck as you think you are.

Should a wife submit to her husband? The Bible says so, but some people weaponize the Bible against women. So, how do we make sense of the Bible? Maybe we are asking the wrong question.

How do you create a culture that genuinely attracts people to your church community? This post delves into the essential elements—the “secret sauce”—that encourages individuals not only to visit but also to feel welcomed and motivated to return regularly.

Responsible people are high achievers. They can move mountains. But they need to give themselves permission to rest in God’s love and acceptance.

Doors protect us from feeling vulnerable. But they also can keep people from experiencing all that we have to offer. A little insight from my recent travels to Mexico City.

I have rarely told the story of Jesus’ resurrection on Easter. That confuses some but it’s very intentional on my part. The resurrection of Jesus isn’t meant to be a nice story. It’s meant to change your life.

We need a theology of suffering, that is, a view of God and suffering. Our misundertanding of God and suffering leads us to unhealthy places. But Jesus’ ministry helps us understand God’s view of suffering.

Our tendency is to fix, to cure, to solve. But often our first step should be to care. This is my reflection on a quote by Henry Nouwen on caring vs. caring.

Too many people retire, only to lose focus and a sense of purpose. Maybe retirement should be a time to reset, or re-tire your life for a new venture.

Tailwinds and Headwinds: we know all about headwinds. But tailwinds often go unnoticed. Can we learn to be thankful?

Deconstructing faith. It seems to be what people are doing a lot these days. Is it wrong? Is it dangerous?

Here is a spanish translation from a chapter of the book, Broken Trust, in regard to spiritual abuse.

How to forgive is modeled for us by Jesus. Jesus bore our sins so that we can bear the sins of others… absorbing their sin against us like a sponge. Can you believe God for that?

Choosing not to forgive an offender makes sense. But if that’s your choice, you are only adding to your pain. Forgiveness frees you from you hurt and opens you to a new life.

How do you face the injustices in your life? Today, we live in an age of outrage. But Jesus showed a different way.

Many people struggle with a lack of purpose and often give up on life. We can look to Jesus to see how his sense of purpose gave him the ability to endure all things.

Jesus clearly lived under the pressure of stress but he did two things that researchers have proven to be effective in dealing with stress. Quotes from “The Upside of Stress” by Kelly McGonigal.

Betrayal is common in the Bible but it’s common in everyday life. How do you respond and overcome it? This post gives you a start.