Lessons in the Prodigal Dynamic
The Prodigal Son story has generated many lessons about parent-child relationships. Prodigal actually means “extravagant waster,” but, in ancient and modern culture, we understand the contextual meaning of a spiritual backslider. The “whys” of children abandoning the faith and families leave guilt-ridden parents in their wake. What could bring them comfort and restoration? Let’s travel […]
Come and See
“The woman left her water jar beside the well and ran back to the village, telling everyone, ‘Come and see a man who told me everything I ever did! Could he possibly be the Messiah?’” John 4:29. She was an unnamed Samaritan woman, harshly judged, an outcast, making her way to Jacob’s Well alone. Jesus […]
A Gape At His Love
I had a conversation with my sister about God’s AGAPE love for us. That is the self-giving, unconditional, co-suffering love that comes from the heart of God, given to us freely and abundantly. When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, this was His answer. “The first and great commandment is to love God […]
Temperature Wars
Temperature wars often rage at our house. He’s cold, I’m hot. Little arguments can escalate. Allow space for God’s perspective and peace.
Offended… Now What?
Offense is the groundwork for bitterness. This suggests that when someone experiences offense, it can serve as a foundation or starting point for developing feelings of bitterness. How can we not be hurt or worse, become angry because of someone’s actions, words, or behavior? As a result, we feel wronged, mistreated, disrespected, or even justified […]