Today I was reflecting on the often used scripture in 1 Corinthians 13, or otherwise known as the “Love Chapter”. Even if you are not a part of the church if you have gone to a wedding before I would almost guarantee you have heard this passage of scripture, but in case you haven’t here…

I can remember growing up hearing things such as, “Don’t cry”, “Boys shouldn’t cry”, or when I got older being told, “Just fake it till you make it.” I want to say I believe all of these things are not only bad advice but also harmful. I believe this leads to an increase in suicides…

Election day is never an easy one, as people can be pretty passionate about “their candidate” and have animosity towards “the other candidate” and their supporters. This mentality has seemed to grow over the last several elections with social media contributing to those divisions. So what should we do? Well, sorry to disappoint you if…

Before I dive into this I first acknowledge that not everyone who reads this may identify as an American or as a Christian. However, the blurring of these lines here in the United States is causing quite an issue. I begin squirming in my seat when I hear speakers, authors, or online pundits use “The…

Most of you who will be reading this blog are aware that I was recently Ordained as an Elder in the United Methodist Church. Some of you may have even watched my recent ordination online and heard the vows I committed to as an Elder, however, you may be unaware of the commitments that laypeople…