Have you ever stopped to think about nothing? That’s a tricky question so I need to ask it again, but differently. When asked that question, I assume many would interpret it to mean, “Do you ever turn off your brain and take a moment to pause and not think about anything?” I admit that’s a…
Month: September 2021
Losing Superman
When Superman Dies: I remember hearing the words, “Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap a tall building in a single bound! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s Superman!” Superman was indestructible. Every week when watching Superman there was a threat! Yet Superman was always willing to sacrifice…
The Promise of Hope and Joy in Grief
My dad called me last week to let me know that my uncle had passed away. My Uncle Don loved Jesus and his family very much. He wasn’t a big talker. He would sit silently for long stretches during family discussions while others produced most of the words, but just at the right time, he…
Back To School Prayer For Others
The cheerful sunflowers and the bounty from harvest bring a gentle reminder that fall is just around the corner! For our family, saying goodbye to hot lazy days in the sun and relaxing weekends at the cabin are hard to let go of, but pumpkin spice lattes and football eagerly beckon us. As my son…