The Parable of the Persistent Widow begins with the striking description of the antagonist: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared what people thought” (Luke 18:2). Stop and consider that person in power—the boss, the politician, the neighbor—who operates with complete and utter impunity. Doesn’t that sound chillingly…
The Constant Paradox
One lesson life continually teaches me is simple, unavoidable, and liberating: wherever you are right now, relish it, for it is already preparing to change. To find peace in this flux, one must learn to seek out the constants. I’ve learned this truth through countless cycles. If I find myself riding a wave of perfect…
The Unchained Word
The Apostle Paul wrote, “But the word of God is not chained” (2 Timothy 2:9b). It is a statement about spiritual freedom and resilience. While the imagery is stark, if you asked a hundred readers what it means, you’d likely get a hundred interpretations. When I first encountered these words, I immediately pictured the brutal…
Look For The Good
Identity is defined not by what we are, but by what is emphasized. Feels that way doesn’t it? Every life is a tapestry woven with threads of success and failure, joy and regret. The critical question—”What is important is what we and others focus on”—serves as the anchor for understanding both personal fulfillment and public…
Ode To a Penny
Time and time again I am reminded that it is the small things that make a difference. Last night, we watched the documentary on Netflix where Jane Goodall was interviewed right before her death. A wonderful interview that I commend to all. I looked forward to her answer of what an ordinary person can do…