Category: Sacrifice
Never Forget
It’s a day that we will never forget. A day where hundreds died and millions mourned. A day when we cried out for justice, and vowed to “always remember.” September 11, 2001…
Continue readingThat Poor Missionary
Sunday evening, I had the privilege of listening to a report given by one of the missionaries that North Charleston supports. It was a fascinating presentation. I was enthralled by every picture,…
Continue readingThe Darkest Day
It was the darkest day. The sun was blacked, and shadows crept upon the noontime hustle and bustle. The shouts had quieted by this point, as the crowd drew nearer to the…
Continue readingWhy Exhaustion is Worth It
I am one of those people. You know the ones: they require every bit of the recommended 8 hours of sleep every night. If I get anywhere between 4-5 hours, I am…
Continue readingCould You Be Quiet?
We live in a society of civil rights issues and freedom of speech marches and supreme court rulings. Our society is very much a self-centered one. How dare anyone infringe on my rights?…
Continue readingChoosing the Better Part
A couple of weeks ago, we talked about a woman named Martha, who was “worried and troubled about many things”. As Jesus addressed this dear woman, he admonished her sister, Mary, for…
Continue readingA Rejected Proposal
Aren’t rejections sad? Have you ever watched a youtube video or a movie where a man proposed and the girl said no? Aren’t those the most heart-wrenching, awful things in the world?…
Continue readingThe Path to Forgiveness
My body aches in deep despair, for shame has overtaken. And though I know You’re there to help, my faith in me is shaken. It seems the more I long for…
Continue readingChristianity and Entertainment Choices
Earlier this week, I read a news article about the young actor who plays on the popular show “Two and a Half Men.” The actor, 19 year old Angus T. Jones, made…
Continue readingLeave All and Follow
Sometimes I forget the circumstances surrounding the calling of the disciples to follow after Jesus. In Luke’s account (Luke 5:1-11), we are told that Jesus got into Peter’s boat and taught the…
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