Speed-Dating Jesus

I grew up in an abusive home. Each Christmas my parents made us wait until the actual day of Christmas to open up our gifts. I know, it’s horrifying even to think about it these many years later. Truth be told, after much begging and pleading (it was a little game we played), the folks […]

Why I Got Out Of Bed Today

If you see me around the church wearing a suit, there’s a good chance I’m heading to a funeral or a wedding. Perhaps you attend a church or know a pastor who customarily wears a suit. This is not my practice. So if you see the suit, I’m in marrying or burying mode. This past few weeks […]