It’s strange to be in a new area new state new city after working and praying since January 2015 to get here. Rochester’s full of old-growth trees of all kinds—absolutely gorgeous trees. We’re within a mile of Lake Ontario, which … Continue reading →
The Christian life builds on paradox. Many of the deepest truths result from actions or experiences which seem strange, at best. Take the phrase our suffering brings comfort as an example. This seems like foolishness, masochism, or much worse. It surely … Continue reading →
We really all have one purpose: Becoming one with our Messiah —communion. Everyone has all these things to do. But everything remains busywork except for that one thing we can’t do. Only Jesus can bring us into communion. All we do … Continue reading →
Today, I want to talk about this reality: Born of God just imagine — really. How many of us spend most of our lives merely thankful to Jesus for saving us? We pray to Him, talk with Him, and watch Him … Continue reading →
I found an enjoyable relaxing read as Elvensty gives excellent Christian fiction — yay! Though I missed the redemptive and Spirit-filled aspects of the faith, the reality of Christian living shows through this seductive fantasy. I’m not talking about sex but the empathetic, … Continue reading →
After the wedding yesterday, I was struck by Bishop Curry’s sermon, like many were. But my take was a bit different, as you might expect by now. I was reading in I Corinthians this morning and was struck by the … Continue reading →
I don’t like writing reviews like this. I joined a Goodreads Christian book review group. This is the book I was assigned. But, Nod by Brannon Hollingsworth makes me sad. It’s a well-written, exciting, and entertaining little tale. If it were a … Continue reading →
Feelings were mixed as I opened the review copy I received from Bethany House of Darkwater Saga 3 Patrick W Carr The Wounded Shadow. Bethany has been sliding away from the faith for quite a while. I was afraid that Carr … Continue reading →
Yes, there’s a Major Rochester NY move coming. It might help you to know that my presence might be a bit sparse until late June or so. We have sold our house. It closes on May 25. And by the grace … Continue reading →
Yes, heathen freedom remains a confusing illusion. How free are you before you’re reborn? Most people are completely unaware of the spiritual world before they are born again from above. Did you know anything about this before Jesus entered your … Continue reading →