Good News for Idol-Worshipers

Everyone knows the story of Jonah, right? A disobedient prophet is swallowed and spit up by a big fish, preaches fire and brimstone against the evil city and then laments God’s compassion on them. There may be a few more details along the way, but that’s the gist of it. Which is why I was surprised to find this little …

The Power of Blessing and Cursing Is Yours

“Shut your mouth!” She said, as she whipped from the shelf toward the baby. I stood still, feet planted and mouth agape, willing my body to move forward but utterly shocked by the woman’s words. I didn’t want to be that mom, the one who stares at another judgmentally in the grocery store. But truth be told, I couldn’t help …

Behind the Scenes of One Thing Alone

I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing with you all a behind-the-scenes look at the writing of OneThingAlone.com. The lovely Marissa of Trending Mama was kind enough to include me in a fun blog hop, and this week it’s my turn to answer a few questions and introduce 3 writer friends. Next week, those 3 friends will answer the same …

A Tender Word to the Pharisee

“You know you’re a pharisee if sin disgusts you more than it moves you to compassion.” ~John Piper Jesus had harsh words for the Pharisees. And for good cause: they created stumbling blocks for those who sought God, they prided themselves in their good works and self-righteousness, and they despised the tax-collectors and ubiquitous “sinners.” Jesus called them “white-washed tombs” …