Funny question, eh? Because usually everyone asks the opposite: Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people? The problem with that question is that none of us are good. Romans 3:10-12 tells us that: None is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God.All have turned aside; together they … Continue reading Why does God allow good things to happen to evil people?
Encouragement
Lessons from Life’s Not-So-Awesome Moments
Ironies. I want to be loving, without being exposed to unloving people. I want to be joyful, without conflicts that might diminish my joy. I want to be peaceful, with no storms to measure my current level of calm. I want patience, with no opportunities to practice it. I want to be the bringer of … Continue reading Lessons from Life’s Not-So-Awesome Moments
Key Lime Pies and Family Adventures
It’s summer solstice, longest day of the year. We had pizza for dinner. It’s 8:30pm and the sun is still shining with all its might. Ethan is watching Japanese anime with the girls. When perilous music begins to play, Maya rises from the couch to take her bunny outside. “ I don’t think he likes … Continue reading Key Lime Pies and Family Adventures
Cinderella Syndrome
Sometimes church feels like meeting Cinderella at the ball. Everyone is all smiles, wearing their Sunday best, and it feels like everyone is waltzing in with perfect lives and this apparent perfection seems to amplify your not-so-perfect-life.
Just A Kid In God’s House
//Listening to Cool Kids, by Echosmith// I can’t tell you how many times I’ve weighed myself in the balance, only to find I was wanting. I’ve had the opportunity to be around so many amazingly talented people in my life - hilarious in their wit, proficient in their gift. I’ve been around singers, storytellers, and … Continue reading Just A Kid In God’s House
It’s A Wonderful Life
Not to be melodramatic or anything, but do you realize one of the most beloved Christmas movies of all time is essentially about a man seriously contemplating suicide? I’m talking about the movie It’s A Wonderful Life, starring Jimmy Stewart as the main character, George Bailey. On Christmas Eve, George stands on a bridge overlooking … Continue reading It’s A Wonderful Life
Resilient faith
Faith is a lead line at tethers you to the heart of God so when the world crumbles around you, you still know he’s good in spite of at all.
On getting older
I’m still recovering from a back issue I had a couple weeks ago. A recurring piece of advice people keep giving me is: Don’t overdo it! When I hear this phrase, my brain translates it to: No bungee jumping! No Extreme sports! No big hikes! No running around just for the heck of it! And … Continue reading On getting older
PAIN
This last week was rough. I moved a couple things (with help, of course) but my body ended up giving me a stern reprimand afterward. Hey, that was a big day, you did a lot of stuff! Aaaand now we’re going to need to sleep the next 13 hours! That was a pretty heavy piece … Continue reading PAIN
Finding Joy in Life’s Lemons
Two women looked through prison bars; one saw mud, the other saw stars. I read that little poem once and it stuck with me. I’ve been both women before; sometimes alternating between the two at the same time. I want to see the stars and keep a happy perspective on things, but often the mud … Continue reading Finding Joy in Life’s Lemons
Mekeisha Smith, Writer 