Tag: Christian Living
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The Heart of Christian Writing: Wisdom, Obedience, and Freedom
There are a few verses at the end of the Book of Ecclesiastes that feels like it’s speaking directly to every person called to Christian writing who has ever stared at a blank page, wrestled with a manuscript, or wondered whether their words matter. It’s a benediction, a warning, and a commissioning all at once:… Read more
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When the Vapor Clears: Learning to Live From What Lasts
“We spend way too much time worrying about things that are fleeting — vapor — that in the grand scheme of eternity mean nothing.” Christine Caine Read that statement again. It’s true, isn’t it? Someone says something that hurts your feelings? Vapor. You don’t get the job or promotion you wanted? Vapor. It rains during… Read more
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Formed by Praise: The Slow Work of Becoming Steady in God
“I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.” Psalm 42:11, NIV This is not just a statement of emotion. It’s a formed response. The kind of declaration that only grows in a heart God has been shaping over time. And it’s an important affirmation because the sons of Korah repeat it at the… Read more
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When Words Mean More Than We Intended
Some mornings begin with quiet reflection, but others begin with conversations that stay with you long after the day gets moving. My daughter and I found ourselves talking about the power of words — how they can land softly or sharply, how they can heal or harm, and how often the impact has less to… Read more
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Trust, Salmon Patties, and the Mystery of Manna
Last night I made salmon patties for dinner. Nothing fancy — just a simple, tasty meal. But when I set the plate on the table, both my girls paused. They leaned in, suspicious and curious, and asked the same question Israel once asked in the wilderness when they first saw manna from heaven: “What is… Read more
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What Job’s Friends Teach Us About Speaking the Truth
Some truths are technically correct but emotionally destructive. Scripture gives us a vivid example of this through the words of Job’s friends as presented in the book that’s named after him. Their dialogue reminds us that wisdom isn’t just about what we say, but when and how we say it. Job’s Friends: The Danger of… Read more
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Yahweh Is King Over All: A July 4th Reflection
Every year on July 4th, our feeds fill with reflections on freedom — political freedom, national freedom, personal freedom, and the freedom we have in Christ. All of those are good and worth celebrating. But a few days ago, as I sat with Psalm 47, I was reminded of something deeper, older, and more unshakable… Read more
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Christian Writing and the Holy Spirit: Finding Your Process
Every so often, I stumble across a question online about Christian writing that’s interesting but imprecise — the kind that begs for a deeper, more thoughtful answer. Recently, I saw someone ask: “Should a Christian use an outline when writing or be guided by the Holy Spirit?” It’s a sincere question. But it’s also fuzzy… Read more
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May’s Top Reads: Storms, Snark, Stewardship, and the Steady Thread of Hope
May showed up with a little attitude, and apparently you were here for it. The snarkiest post on my entire site claimed the #1 spot this month, which feels both poetic and hilarious. And tucked among May’s top reads is one of my cornerstone pieces, quietly doing its faithful work in the background. This month’s… Read more
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The Story of Everything — A Film for Science Lovers and Truth Seekers
Many thanks to Sypher Studios for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own. If you’re someone who lights up at the intersection of faith and science — the kind of person who can lose an afternoon watching cosmology videos or who still feels a thrill when hearing the… Read more