Wow, friends. What a time to be alive, huh? I have been reminded this week just how small and how in need of a Savior we are. This pandemic does not come as a surprise to God. I find comfort in knowing that even while we are confused, upset, and concerned why this is happening, God is sovereign and in…
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It only takes a few minutes of scrolling through the media or walking thru the grocery to realize that there is no toilet paper, no soap, no hand sanitizer, no water and the non perishables are slim pickings. This mass panic and hysteria is the result of two different things: The first is that people are selfish. Often times they…
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If you know me at all, you know that I love words. I studied communications. I love reading books. I deeply enjoy having conversations with friends over coffee (+ tacos!). If intentional conversations were a love language, it would be mine! The other week, I was leading Bible study (we’re going through James which tells Christians what their lives should…
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guest blog By Amy Harrist M.A., LPC As a refresher, we are exploring Romans 12, specifically, how to live out our call as Christians to “[r]ejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.” In the last article we looked at how those who are mourning can still rejoice with those who are rejoicing. This article will explore how to mourn…
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guest blog By Amy Harrist M.A., LPC Why is it so difficult to carry out Paul’s instruction in Romans 12:15 to “[r]ejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep”? While this is clearly a biblical sentiment, it is one that often leaves us feeling like we have failed and completely unsure how to do better. The challenge is…
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