There's a Ralph Waldo Emerson quote that circulates periodically, "Sorrow looks back. Worry looks around. Faith looks up." Surprisingly this quote was recently featured on a church sign, a picture of which was widely circulated on social media. I say surprisingly partially because of the quote itself, and partially because of Emerson's denial of the … Continue reading “Sorrow looks back…”
Month: October 2019
When Church Hurts
If you have been deeply hurt within your local church while walking through suffering and brokenness, I am vulnerably sharing this testimony for you. My prayer is that as you read how God has met, sustained, and comforted us in our hurt you will be comforted with the comfort He has given, and encouraged to … Continue reading When Church Hurts
A Stranger With a Friend’s Face
The music of Andrew Peterson has powerfully ministered to me over the past two years. His lyrics deeply resonate within me while continually challenging me to Hope in Christ and cling to the truths of scripture. One lyric that has been in the forefront of my mind this week is found in the second stanza … Continue reading A Stranger With a Friend’s Face