Whose Legacy Are You Shaped By?
We know that community is important to God. He is one God, with three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.…
The Privilege of Privilege
This piece is primarily addressed to my fellow White American brothers and sisters. When I was little, I would revel…
What I’ve learned in 10 years of marriage
In any healthy relationship, we have to recognize our own sin and our own harmful contributions to the relationship and…
Clothed in Compassion: A Comparative Suffering Story
What do I do when I feel I’m about to compare my troubles to someone else’s?
Political Homelessness
On November 8, 2016, I curled into my bed at 3 am repeating, “No, no, no, this can’t be,” as…
Be Still, My Soul, in this Pandemic
“Be still my soul”...easier said than done in this present time. Worrying has been a daily presence in my mind--the…
Jesus is not surprised by our weakness
“Without me, you can do nothing.” John 15:5 This simple line of scripture has felt relevant over, and over, and…
Let’s Make Space for Lament During Coronavirus, Too
In many ways, I’m wildly encouraged by the global Church’s response to this Coronavirus pandemic. I’m seeing innovative acts of…
Church Hurt is the Worst Hurt – Part 2
First Incident “What are you going to do about your career so you can make sure you are more available…
Managing Fear in the Midst of a Pandemic
For those of you who don’t know, I live in San Jose, California. Now, in most contexts, that would not…