If our primary identity is rooted in Christ, then our political label must remain secondary—
a tool to be used, not an identity to be defended.
Tag: God
A Shattered Lens: A Lament
The post reflects deep concern over the disconnect between professed Christian values and the actions of some believers, particularly in the context of political power and hate. It urges a return to core teachings of love, humility, and compassion, criticizing Christian nationalism for distorting Christ’s image and advocating for a renewed commitment to embodying true Christian principles.
When the Love of Money Undermines Health
I may make people upset with this post, but I wanted to share thoughts I’ve had all year that were made clear at a conference I attended this week about … Continue reading When the Love of Money Undermines Health
The Fruit of Our Beliefs
If the fruit of your beliefs is the harm of others, maybe it’s time to re-evaluate.
If the way we live our lives doesn’t reflect the good fruit, but instead bears the bad, then we are not following the teachings of Jesus.
And if the leaders we follow and the ideas we believe in don’t bear good fruit, it’s time to reconsider.
Love (and the absence of it)
I’ve been open about my deconstruction of evangelicalism over the past few years. It continues, and in many ways, it has become even clearer as time has passed. The root … Continue reading Love (and the absence of it)
No One Wants to Be in a Cult, Do They?
If you were in a cult, would you want to know? And if you did find out that you were, what would you do with that information? I was taught … Continue reading No One Wants to Be in a Cult, Do They?
There’s Always Good (and God) to Be Found
“Through all of this chaos You are writing a symphony.” – Switch We’re living in a strange time right now. As of midnight, all non-essential businesses in Pennsylvania – including … Continue reading There’s Always Good (and God) to Be Found
The Discipline of Gratitude
I was taught a lesson (a discipline, really) during my senior year of high school that has had a profound impact on my daily life: the discipline of gratitude. A … Continue reading The Discipline of Gratitude
The Joy of the Known
I realized recently that part of our inner joy and peace comes from the knowledge that we don’t have to wonder anymore when she will be taken from us. We … Continue reading The Joy of the Known
Gratefulness
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything … Continue reading Gratefulness
Even So, Joy 