Friendsgiving: for Singles Only?
This week, I had the opportunity to exhibit at the Michigan Association of Christian Schools’ educators’ convention. My new book […]
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Cultivating Seasons of Joy
When my church’s singles’ group decided to host Friendsgiving the first year I lived in Cleveland, I had no idea
Sweeter than Chocolate: Loving Others through Loneliness
Loneliness is a bitter pill to swallow, but, as Mary Poppins says, “A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go
Embracing Our Purpose
There is no hunger like the hunger for purpose. In a 2014 study by Larissa Rainy, 97% of participants agreed
Contending with the Purpose Crisis
When I quit teaching in 2020, I had a “purpose” crisis. “Quit” is a rather strong word. God firmly closed
Hope for the Estranged
Resurrection Sunday is a day of hope. We celebrate Jesus’s triumph over death, hell, and the grave. We celebrate our
Finding Joy in Loving Others
Each year, the Christian school I teach at has a community service day. One year, a fellow teacher and I
Embracing the Gift of Story
Some of the most influential Christmas gifts I ever received were books. Christmas has always been the perfect time to
Volunteer for Joy
A ninety-year-old widower friend of mine loves to tell stories of his life and adventures—one of which involved learning to
Learning to Date Jesus
Recently, I have been involved with an evangelistic outreach—the Hope for America Areawide Crusade. A team of evangelists came to