I’ve been studying the gospels, trying to see what Jesus said (and says) to parents. In most cases, moms and dads approach Jesus is deep distress. A child is sick, demon-possessed or dying. Parents are at their wits’ end. In a couple of instances, a mother approaches Jesus hoping for a favor—to help the kids gain a position or to save the neighbors from an embarrassing situation.
Read MoreMy kids love superheroes. I’m often asked the question, “Mommy, who is your favorite superhero?” Wonder Woman. Of course. A two-inch figure of this female defender stands, ready for action, on my kitchen windowsill. Rounding up criminals with a magic lasso and an icy stare, this woman definitely has what it takes to be a mom. And she does it all in high-heeled red boots.
Read MoreI was recently given a passage on which to preach: Philippians 1:1-2. It starts like this: "Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus." What do you do with that? It's the greeting. It's the introduction. It's 'hello.' But the more I researched, the more I understood that how we say hello, says everything.
Read More"...if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has gone, the new has come!" (2Cor. 5:17)
You win, Supper. You did it again. You swallowed me up...even as I was cooking you. I don't like who you make me become every M-F at 5PM. My old self emerges. I wonder how my kids view this ugly transformation...
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