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.
Why I’m Not Scared to Wrestle with God Anymore
Have you ever struggled to reconcile God’s goodness with what you’re seeing and experiencing in real life? Me too…
The Providential Workings of a Faithful Father
My heart was longing for a reunion, but it never even crossed my mind to pray and ask God for one…
A Life of Love Is a Life Not Wasted
Imagine lying on your deathbed, looking back over your life, and thinking, “What a waste...” Because that’s exactly what happened to my great-grandfather…
Can I Really Know God’s Will for My Life?
God's will for our lives can seem elusive or mysterious. But there are some things that we can know God want for us without even asking...
I Love a Lot Like Judas
I like to think I love like Jesus, but truth be told, when I love like me, I look more like Judas…
Artificial Intelligence and the Gospel
As Christians, should we take advantage of the new opportunities made possible with the use of artificial intelligence (AI)?
Do I Look More Like Jesus or a Pharisee?
Jesus warned His followers to be careful not to become like the Pharisees, and with good reason…
What We Know about the End
People have been speculating about the end times and the second coming of Jesus since He ascended into heaven. Here’s what you and I can know for sure…
When Friends Aren’t Friends Forever
As Christians, how do we reconcile the loss of a friendship between Believers with what the Bible teaches about Christian relationships?
Why Remembering Where We’ve Come From Matters
Biblical genealogies are more than just lists of certain Bible characters’ ancestors. They’re a reminder of where we’ve come from…
Dear Lonely Heart
This post is for you — you, with the heart that is yearning to be loved. To have worth. To matter to someone. For the one who is alone, or perhaps, just lonely…
Created to Be Loved and to Love
Christianity isn’t just a personal relationship with Jesus, but it’s definitely about relationships…
When Blessing Your Enemies Feels Impossible
Jesus told us to bless our enemies. But what do you do when that command seems impossible to obey?…
Blessing Enemies
A true story about when God asked me to bless my enemies, and how obeying Him changed my life for the better…
A Note for Those with Broken Hearts
Pain and heartbreak is inevitable in this life. But for those of us who are in Christ, there is good news even in the midst of heartbreak and suffering…
Pouring Our Hearts out in Prayer
When it comes to our prayers, where does God draw the line between us being honest with Him, and us being inappropriate?…
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…
The Starlit Path That Leads to Jesus
When the Apostle John talked about the birth of Jesus, he also talked about you and me. So what’s our role in the Christmas story?…
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…