Proving the Discipline of Faith
“But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me.” 2 Timothy 1:12…
Lamenting Unfinished Sentences
“…being sorrowful most of all because of the word he had spoken, that they would not see his face again.” Acts 20:38 “...death is no respecter of love.” Sheldon Vanauken, A…
Stripping Away the Idol of Identity
“For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him.” Psalm 62:5 I am now single. That was excruciating to say after over thirty-five years. Worse, I’m a widower. I…
One Example of Selfless, Spirit-Filled Love
“...God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.” Romans 5:5 I loved Kim Davis, but I couldn’t help myself. She…
Why Grace is Preferable Over Fairness
"Or who has given a gift to him that he might be repaid?" Romans 11:35 It makes perfect sense to wrestle with the randomness of loss—no rhyme or reason. “Everything…
Deeds Over Relationship is Lawlessness
“But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my…
Recognizing True and Deep Value
“But for Adam there was not found a helper fit for him. ... Then the man said, ‘This at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh;…
Understanding During Loss is Not a Prerequisite for Worship
“...How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!” Romans 11:33 During loss, a spotlight is shined upon God and his ways. That is, if you're looking. Yet, there…
Welcoming Renewed Empathy and Sympathy for Others
You never know what journey other people are traveling; therefore, be kind. It’s biblical to be caring and attentive to others. “Be ye kind…” Ephesians 5:32 As a result of…
Life is a Series of Preparatory Goodbyes
During my loss, I realized that life is a series of many temporary goodbyes. Those experiences prepare us for a more permanent, lasting goodbye. Think with me about all the…