COVID has reared its ugly head again. I’ve been down for the count for 6 days. It has been pretty miserable but I’m thankful to be surviving. I’m not sure if I’m wearied more from the fatigue of the virus my body is fighting or the darkness of the world in which we are living. So, today it is important to be reminded that we are loved by the God of light who calls us to embody His Kingdom in this world.
Many people feel that the phrase “Black Lives Matter” is incomplete because all lives matter. While I understand the sentiment, here is what I believe is important about the refrain “Black Lives Matter”
The month of May comes highly anticipated like a runner coming around the last turn of a long track and field event.
Saturday’s Silence: A reflection on hope. By Mark A. Vincenti “I used to feel God a lot, but I don’t feel Him any more. I can’t believe in a God I can no longer feel.” I was standing in the front yard with an intelligent young man who was Read more…
Prayer & Social Distancing: 2 Helpful Thoughts. I am no prophet, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Oxford Dictionary’s word of the year for 2020 ends up being “social distancing.” Widespread concern about the COVID-19 has forced us to take extreme measures to limit the spread of a disease Read more…
COVID-19 Coronavirus What was a joke on social media just a day or two ago has suddenly become something quite serious. Travel bans are in effect, quarantines are being mandated, public events are being canceled, schools and universities are extending spring break, sporting events are without fans and even the Read more…
This week, I had the privilege of celebrating my 20th anniversary with the love of my life. I’ve been blessed for two decades to be married to a person whose character is marked by integrity, authenticity, sincerity, and wisdom. I am thankful she is my wife and best friend! Here is a snapshot of the Read more…
In the last post, I shared the story about my 5-year-old son’s unashamed willingness to don pink floaters in order to go swimming in Lake Michigan with his siblings and cousins and how his indifference to color got me thinking. Today I am thinking about the phrase “color-blind” in an entirely different way. Read more…
My five year old, Carver is colorblind in the best sense of that word. Let me tell you what I mean and then tell you about the lesson God drove home in my heart as I sat on the beach a few weeks ago during the waning days of summer break.
Three Things I Learned From My 5-Year-Old On Vacation On a recent family adventure out West, I became aware of something significant: every family trip needs a 5-year old boy along for the ride! There we were, crammed into our vehicle together for 21-hours of driving west. Our swagger-wagon packed Read more…