If you are anything like me when you find yourself struggling, embattled by sin or temptation you feel alone. Your heart and soul feel empty. Will anyone understand? Will anybody notice and care enough to ask how you are? These were the questions I often asked as I was struggling with same sex attractions. MyContinue reading “Truth: You are not Alone”
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Truth: Forgiveness
When I find myself struggling with same sex attraction and the sin it creates, I can easily get stuck in guilt and shame. In Romans 7:24, Paul uses the word “wretched” to describe himself as the result of the sin in his life. I can relate to that word as I believe it accurately describesContinue reading “Truth: Forgiveness”
The Truth Rescues
So earlier this week I shared a nugget about how the truth hurts. But there is more to that story if we are willing to include it in our story for growth and change. Being confronted by truth from the Holy Spirit, or others speaking into our lives can be for the good; life changing.Continue reading “The Truth Rescues”
It is Finished
This post tonight is a little more impromptu following some thoughts I had earlier today It may be a little more rambly or not fully developed. Hmmm, looks rambly is not even a legit word. I like it more than rambling. :O . On with it… I was texting a friend earlier today and soContinue reading “It is Finished”
The Truth Hurts
Sometimes as the pages and chapter of our stories are being written we are confronted with a question or thought that pierces our mind and heart, a punch in the stomach. Initially we don’t like it. It’s reality & truth and it hurts. — Confronted about a lie.— Confronted about a behavior.— Confronted about somethingContinue reading “The Truth Hurts”
I want to go to Church….
It’s been a few days since I have posted. Since I just got started I want to be sure I was posting pretty regularly and need to get in the routine of sharing. A very significant part of my story is Church. When I moved back to north Iowa over 10 years ago one ofContinue reading “I want to go to Church….”
Ugliness of Stereotypes
I have heard from many people over the last several days after posting about my blog on Facebook. I appreciate all the kind words, prayers, encouragement and thoughts. It has also brought back some of the less desirable memories of the journey. One of those things is stereotypes. In all honesty the “gay” stereotypes getContinue reading “Ugliness of Stereotypes”
Transformed By Freedom
Sharing here a devotional I wrote for my church’s lenten devotional. ~Stan No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able toContinue reading “Transformed By Freedom”
Share YOUR Story
I am learning today that I need to start writing down my blog ideas when they come to mind! I am hoping I can recapture my thoughts that I had last night for you. Share YOUR story. With deep conviction I am confident your life story can powerfully impact others; family, friends, co-workers, and evenContinue reading “Share YOUR Story”
Why Share My Story?
Over several months, perhaps years, I have prayed about being able to find an avenue to have a voice, a voice for the truth of God’s word relating to sexuality and a person’s identity. I felt like I had much to share but just wasn’t sure how. If you scanned my journal entries over theContinue reading “Why Share My Story?”
Rescued Identity 