
Let’s Be Real
A space for honest, thoughtful discussions about the Bible, Christianity, and everyday life with real-world application for real people like you and me.
The Process of Being Made Usable
We all want to have purpose. But there is a preparing involved, for us to realize that purpose. This is the process of being made usable…
God’s Providence over Our Plans
I used to think that it was my job to plan for my future, but in hindsight, I can see that my future was always in God’s hands…
Jesus Loved Us with a Lasagna
In an act of love, a friend made lasagna for our sick family. Little did I realize at the time just how loving their gesture truly was…
An Assortment of Arthropods
A true story about a young boy’s tears, a mother’s prayers, and the most unusual gifts from a loving Heavenly Father…
The Night God Saved My Life
At age 20, I was on the verge of suicide. As a last resort, I called upon God to save my life… and that’s exactly what He did…
Choosing a Joy-Filled Thanksgiving
Having a joy-filled Thanksgiving isn’t about what cards we’re dealt; it’s about the choices we make. Here are five things each of us can do to have a joy-filled holiday this year…
A Tale of Two Potlucks
For years, I allowed the harsh words of a stranger to stop me from doing something I loved; but when the gracious words of a friend were spoken, everything changed…
To Trick-or-Treat, or Not to Trick-or-Treat?
To trick-or-treat, or not to trick-or-treat? For Christians, that is the question! But maybe there’s a better question we should be asking instead…
Why I Stopped Trying to Earn People’s Trust
When we try to earn other people’s trust, it’s not really for them or about them. It’s for us and about us…
The Danger of a One-Way Relationship with God
I had a friend who got more out of praying than he did reading his Bible, so he stopped reading it. Then one day, he stopped believing in God too…
A Guy Named Walter
A modern-day parable about a golf enthusiast who staked his claim on a piece of land owned by a local church, and the misunderstandings that ensued...
Faith without Love
If loving others well brings glory to God, then faith at the expense of consideration for others isn’t really faith at all….
Let’s Be Real
This world doesn’t need perfect Christians. It needs Christians who know how loved they are in their imperfections, who show up as they really are, who never stop growing…