I like to walk barefoot through the parsonage. Carpet, wood, laminate, tile—each surface speaking in its own quiet way. When my feet touch the floor, nothing stands between us. Skin meets surface. The body knows something the mind often forgets. In that small act I feel the connection to the ground beneath me. Not just … Continue reading Barefoot
Some days feel heavier than others—not because anything has gone wrong, but because everything is happening at once. The calendar is full. The expectations are high. And before the day even begins, the anxiety has already arrived. I’ve had several days like that recently. You may be having one too. When the schedule fills up faster than … Continue reading Giving the Best You’ve Got Right Now
Two days after Easter, many of us are still basking in the glow of resurrection and new life—or at least, trying to. Hope, after all, isn’t always easy to hold onto. Even with faith, the world’s noise and the uncertainties of life can make it difficult to trust that new life is still unfolding. When … Continue reading When the Path Disappears
A Path to Meaningful Living There’s an old song by Roxette that says, “Listen to your heart when it’s calling for you.” And while that may sound like a simple sentiment, I believe there is a profound truth in it—one that goes beyond fleeting emotions or momentary desires. When I talk about listening to your heart, I … Continue reading Listening to Your Heart:
We have entered the season of Lent, a time in the Western Christian tradition marked by forty days of preparation for Easter. This season is often characterized by self-reflection, self-awareness, and sometimes self-denial. Last week on the podcast, I talked about this, and today, I want to explore a specific practice that has helped me … Continue reading The Power of Setting an Intention
Letting Go & Taking Up As we step into the season of Lent, we enter a sacred period of reflection and renewal. Traditionally, Lent is a forty-day journey leading up to Easter, mirroring Jesus’ time in the wilderness—a time of fasting, prayer, and discernment. For centuries, Christians have observed this season by engaging in practices … Continue reading Lent as a Path to Transformation:
If you’ve ever found yourself yearning for simplicity in the midst of life’s complexities, you’re not alone. Simplicity is a concept that many of us aspire to, but what does it truly mean? And how do we live simply in a world that often feels anything but simple? As I reflected on this, I realized … Continue reading The Pursuit of Simplicity
Hello, beloved. How are you today? And I really mean that—how are you truly? Not just the surface-level “fine,” but from the depths of your being. If you’re anything like most of us, you’ve probably found yourself carrying concern, even anxiety, about events in the world—be they global, local, or deeply personal. Life is full … Continue reading Letting Go in Times of Uncertainty
In our fast-paced world, self-control often feels like a rare commodity. Yet, in our spiritual lives we are called to cultivate this vital fruit of the Spirit. Recently, I had the opportunity to reflect on this while preparing a sermon focused on the importance of self-control and how it can transform our lives and relationships. … Continue reading Cultivating Self-Control: A Spiritual Journey
I diligently pursue that which is freely given to me. This is the spiritual truth I am increasingly discovering. Raised in a world and a culture that predominantly values what is "earned," I have subtly subscribed to the notion of continual effort required to attain a place on the spiritual journey. However, I've come to … Continue reading Rediscovering Spiritual Truths in Every Moment
Infinitely Precious 