Serving the god of Utility

Serving the god of Utility

Our microwave died. This appliance was not exactly an old family pet that was deeply loved. We simply inherited this preparer of instant foods when we purchased our home. But we came to need it. Because it served us. As soon as the appliance stopped working, we...
You Must Think I’m Strong…

You Must Think I’m Strong…

You probably know a lot of phrases that folks—even Christians—often mistake as biblical. They permeate our language to the point that we hardly question them anymore. “God helps those that help themselves” is one. That was not Jesus or Paul, but Algernon Sidney (later...
Sabbath as a Pause for What?

Sabbath as a Pause for What?

I have spent much of my life examining how a Sabbath pause refreshes me for another productive week. I measured what I gave up on Sabbath Day in reference to how much better I would feel afterward. I wanted a Band-Aid to my exhaustion rather than a healthy life. What...
Sabbath: The Struggle to Pause and Recharge

Sabbath: The Struggle to Pause and Recharge

In today’s fast-paced society, finding the time and space to pause, rest, and recharge can be challenging. The concept of the Sabbath rest, as outlined in the Bible, is a vital practice for maintaining our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. However,...