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Knowing Shalom: A Devotional Series
I have always understood shalom to mean peace. But that definition is as limited as comparing a child’s drawing of a flower to a rose in full bloom, its fragrance lingering in the air. Shalom is a way of life, one that weaves the power, grace, and truth of who God is into the very fabric of love. But, unfortunately, our interactions with peace are rare in these noisy times. But to participate in shalom is to surrender oneself wholly to the presence of God. Such surrender can happen during a fight with a spouse or dealing with a demanding boss as well as when sitting in a patch of…
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The Redemptive Power of Play
Play is a loaded term for most adults. Our versions of play become twisted in this era of instant gratification. So when Jesus urges us to become like children, our response is usually a complicated one that includes words like innocence and simplicity, but rarely a concept of play. Now that I work for a mobile games company, fun is my job. But as I enter into the realm of the childlike, I begin to think that joy is a part of my calling. My job is to create faith-filled games for children that inspire joy, faith, and wonder. I suppose when called upon to enter into a childlike faith,…
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Toxic Behavior: 5 Common Types
Toxic behavior is a topic usually directed at others. So when I first embarked on this particular post, I was thinking of other people, of course. Rarely do any of us experience ourselves as toxic. But as I researched the topic, I realized that I do have some areas that need improvement. The irony is that I am reading a book called Insight, the thesis of which is to show the reader that they aren’t as self-aware as they think they are. Me. I mean, I am not as self-aware as I like to think I am. I’m going to ignore the big ones. Lying, cheating, gaslighting, and abusive behavior…
Healing Through Art & Words
