— Abiding in the Vine, Grace, Identity —

Fragmented Fullness

I knew they were there, but being away from home and church and relationships and responsibilities have brought them more sharply into focus. Busyness distracts us from a lot of glaring things, I’ve found. Constant activity means I don’t spend as much time asking God to search me, know me, and bring them to light.… Read More Fragmented Fullness

— Identity —

Good Friday Identity Politics

My spirit had been unsettled for a couple of days. I was feeling irritated, stirred up, maybe even angry, but I couldn’t put my finger on why.  Why all this strong emotion? Why did it feel like I needed a cathartic cry? What was happening? Have my hormones finally and fully turned against me? I… Read More Good Friday Identity Politics

— Generosity, Identity —

A Funny Story and An Identity Crisis

Social Media is such an interesting thing. I have a love/hate relationship with it, and I suspect you probably do too. I love connecting with people there and sharing all of life’s highlights, and I hate the negative way it is used by some. I love the ability to stay up to date on the… Read More A Funny Story and An Identity Crisis