Written almost 140 years apart, two short stories capture mankind's elusive search for physical perfection in an imperfect world. Physical perfection is something society places great value on. There are multi-billion-dollar industries devoted to health, fitness, weight loss, anti-aging, cosmetic surgery, skin, makeup, hair; the list goes on and on. We continually seek perfection in... Continue Reading →
Are we a lost generation led by souls wandering in the wilderness of selfish desire instead of God's mercy and love? Scripture directs us to pray for the lost, of whom we are one. As the world draws farther and farther away from God, prayer has the power to draw us back to Him and... Continue Reading →
First, you have to admit you're in trouble. Until you're ready to do that, you'll never climb out of the hole you're in. Recovery isn't a passive journey. You can't coast through it, manipulate it, or cut corners. You have to actively seek it. That requires honesty, when let's face it, being honest is likely... Continue Reading →
Some experiences change us. They alter our thinking, turn us down a different path, or inspire us. My Dad had one of those moments when he was 12. It changed the course of his life. I was thinking about my Dad this morning. I remember a story he shared with me when I was young.... Continue Reading →
Together, those words might seem incongruous. But wisdom is timeless and for all ages. It doesn’t matter when it finds us, just that it does. This year marks 40 years since my high school graduation. If you’re thinking that’s a long time, it is. Funnily enough, it doesn’t seem that long. It feels more like... Continue Reading →
