Abiding in the Vine, Grace, Identity

Fragmented Fullness

I knew they were there, but being away from home and church and relationships and responsibilities have brought them more sharply into focus. Busyness distracts us from a lot of glaring things, I’ve found. Constant activity means I don’t spend as much time asking God to search me, know me, and bring them to light.… Read More Fragmented Fullness

Identity

Good Friday Identity Politics

My spirit had been unsettled for a couple of days. I was feeling irritated, stirred up, maybe even angry, but I couldn’t put my finger on why.  Why all this strong emotion? Why did it feel like I needed a cathartic cry? What was happening? Have my hormones finally and fully turned against me? I… Read More Good Friday Identity Politics

Generosity, Identity

A Funny Story and An Identity Crisis

Social Media is such an interesting thing. I have a love/hate relationship with it, and I suspect you probably do too. I love connecting with people there and sharing all of life’s highlights, and I hate the negative way it is used by some. I love the ability to stay up to date on the… Read More A Funny Story and An Identity Crisis