Anybody remember the lyrics to Sheryl Crow‘s song, “The First Cut is the Deepest?” Here’s a few lines: “I would have given you all of my heart But there’s someone who’s torn it apart And he’s taking just all that I had But if you …
Read MoreScars Offer Encouragement
Scars offer encouragement. In ”Turn Your Wounds Into Scars”, a YouVersion Devotional by Vijay Thangiah, he explains. “Jesus’ resurrected body had some unique abilities, like walking through closed doors and ascending into the clouds. But despite these ethereal qualities, it also had a surprising human …
Read MorePracticing Lament
In the aftermath of yet another mass shooting—this time in Boulder, Colorado, I find myself grieving again for victims and families affected. Today’s post may be appropriate as it addresses lament. I hope you practice it, taking time to grieve when you need to grieve. …
Read MoreForget-Me-Nots
Don’t you just love the name of these delicate little flowers? I’ve forgotten a lot. In fact, forgetfulness has been holding my hand for years. I refer specifically to a habit (I used to have) while approaching my locked car. With my arms overflowing with …
Read MoreAddressing our Emotions
God equipped we humans to experience a spectrum of emotions so expansive we can’t even begin to list them all. After betrayal, we feel a myriad of different emotions as well. Shock, denial, anger, scared, confused, panicky, relieved, sad/depressed, and hopelessness may be a few! …
Read MoreIs There Life After Guido?
Once upon a time I worked for a small animal vet. One “small animal” patient happened to include Guido, a 180 pound Commodore/Great Pyrenees cross. My one and only encounter with Guido did not end well. Although he was tied to a wall so I …
Read MoreResponsibility
So how do we lead blameless lives—to live with integrity? To take responsibility for ourselves? In Psalm 101, David talks about being careful to lead a blameless life. He does so by avoiding certain things. David: Puts nothing vile before his eyes (vs.3) Stays away from …
Read MoreTen Reasons Why a Support Group Will Help You Heal from Betrayal
Maybe you’ve been hesitant to join a wives care support group? After I discovered sexual betrayal in my marriage, the last thing on my mind was joining a group! “Who would ever want to sit in a circle, share their sad story, and listen to …
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