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Loving our neighbor
There were two items I read that connected in my mind and heart this week. They put together what I have had challenging my heart from NT Wright’s statements on the purpose of Romans 8. The deepest part of who I am exists for the world. This is the purpose of Christ’s salvation. I am not saved so I know…
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Walking in the darkness
David Brooks has been one of my favorite writers over the years. I have loved his columns in the New York Times and other media outlets as well as his books. Over the years he has allowed more of his own humanity into his writing and a recent column shows the depths of his own humanity in a new way.…
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I have battled depression
In light of Robin Williams’ death, there has been more than a little chatter about mental health. One blog was so offensive, I’m just not even going to link to it. It was incredibly condemning and self-serving and had no understanding of depression. Suicide is not a legitimate escape… but it IS a battle. It is not something people should…
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Why attacks happen
Attacks happen because we have an enemy. You can live a “blessed life” without attack. Those who go constantly without attack aren’t living a “blessed life.” They are being ignored by the enemy. No one wants attacks. No one likes attacks. No one relishes attacks. But attacks happen. We don’t whine. We pray. We are aware of the schemes of…
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