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Winks of Jesus

As I have written before I am enjoying watching the TV series The Chosen. I am frequently struck by how often within each episode there is so much about the person and purpose of Jesus being portrayed; if one pays close attention to the details of the actions and words I think you will beContinue reading “Winks of Jesus”

Again and Again

Shame. Shame so quickly and easily builds in our hearts often without us realizing it. It’s what keeps us from sharing our sins and struggles with anyone including our Father in Heaven. It entraps us in a feeling and sense on continuous defeat. Have you been there? Have you been there, gotten out and thenContinue reading “Again and Again”

In His Image

Our culture, ourselves, and our experiences are significant influences of how we think about ourselves. It has left many people really confused. Gay, gay-Christian, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender, gender fluid and more. A primary purpose of this blog is to challenge others including myself about our beliefs about our identities; is what we are thinking basedContinue reading “In His Image”

Truth: Identity & Purpose

It is 2021! Often at the start of the new year, I, like many others do a little reflecting and wonder about what the next year may bring and consider some of the changes I would personally like to see in the year ahead for myself. I think we also all like to have somethingContinue reading “Truth: Identity & Purpose”

Unsettled Mess

Nearly three months ago I moved to a different home. The list of “to do’s” are daunting. Clean DuctsPatch nail holesPaint trim and roomsClean light fixturesElectrical workUnclog drainsClean stained floors Add Window treatmentsDeck repairsFix leaking pipesReplace nasty range hoodInstall new dishwasherReplace stained ceiling tilesSeal doorways The list really is longer. This is just a tasteContinue reading “Unsettled Mess”

Help me Understand

The draw to start this blog spawned from a growing realization the power behind an individual’s story or personal testimony of their life journey. I found myself often intrigued to hear the stories of others struggles with sexual brokenness. What could I glean from their experiences to help me on my journey? I wanted aContinue reading “Help me Understand”

Rebellious Heart Within

“Praise the LordHis Mercy is MoreStronger than DarknessNew every MornOur Sins are ManyHis Mercy is More…” Rebellious heart — that thought has been triggering in my mind from a daily devotion on how Adam and Eve were rebellious in eating the fruit from the forbidden tree. I was intrigued and encouraged by the reminder fromContinue reading “Rebellious Heart Within”

War for Glory

I just posted an entry minutes ago. I turned off the light and intended to settle my mind before drifting off to sleep. I so had hoped. I was starting to contemplate some of the the other things that I have been learning over the past few months that could be “blog worthy”. One ofContinue reading “War for Glory”

Time has gone by….

Oh my gracious! It has been a long time again – months in fact. Too long. So some explanation: -COVID laziness-Back to work after months away-A broken laptop-Distracted heart-Moving to a different home I do want to get back to sharing thoughts and stories with you that read. Good news, I have a new laptopContinue reading “Time has gone by….”

Accountabliity to God

Perhaps this isn’t any revelation to you my readers but I share anyway. ;). As noted in my recent entries I have found myself in a season of struggle with old sinful patterns of behavior. In the good moments of this season I have been trying to figure out the why. In that the HolyContinue reading “Accountabliity to God”