Month: October 2023

The story of Deborah: Examining the role of women in modern society

https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/KBzaUs5UB9M In the annals of biblical history, a remarkable figure’s story resonates through the ages. Her name is Deborah, a woman of immense wisdom, faith, and strength whose narrative unfolds in the Book of Judges. Deborah’s story begins in a time of turmoil and uncertainty in the land of Canaan. The Israelites faced oppression and… Continue reading The story of Deborah: Examining the role of women in modern society

Complications from “theft of reality” – Divorce Minister

I do not remember precisely where I read or heard the term “theft of reality.” Most likely, I came upon it through Chump Lady or one of the many books I have read on spiritual abuse. “Theft of reality” is a term used to describe how we–faithful spouses–experience a marital narrative with serious truth–and thereby reality–gaps. We… Continue reading Complications from “theft of reality” – Divorce Minister

In the Nick of Time!

Excerpts from Psalms 107 (NIV) Oh, thank God—he’s so good!    His love never runs out.All of you set free by God, tell the world!    Tell how he freed you from oppression, Some of you wandered for years in the desert,    looking but not finding a good place to live,Half-starved and parched with thirst,    staggering and stumbling, on the brink of exhaustion.Then, in your… Continue reading In the Nick of Time!

The Pair Bonding Problem- Not Just A Woman’s Problem

Some men are very concerned about women not being able to pair bond with their husbands because of the women’s sexual histories. I believe this is a legitimate concern. Let me tell you another legitimate concern I have. Not only is it a concern as to whether women will pair bond with their husbands. I’m… Continue reading The Pair Bonding Problem- Not Just A Woman’s Problem

Not right to put onus onto faithful spouse! – Divorce Minister

Skip to content In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” –Matthew 3:1-2, NIV “You got to fight for your marriage!” says Christian leader. I find it odd, these days, to think how the Christian community puts “saving the marriage” on… Continue reading Not right to put onus onto faithful spouse! – Divorce Minister

Reconcile Quickly

One of my favorite stories from The Office is the plot of Season 2, Episode 21, titled “Conflict Resolution.” In the episode, the blundering boss, Michael Scott, wants to show his management skills by resolving workplace disputes. He pulls out his corporate binder full of instructions and spends the entire episode making all the conflicts worse. It… Continue reading Reconcile Quickly

First Friday Prayers: 2 Corinthians 12:10

“Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ’s sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10 NIV I wish I could honestly agree with Paul here when he says he’s content with all these terrible things.  That would be a lie.  But when… Continue reading First Friday Prayers: 2 Corinthians 12:10

Essential servanthood: Redefining roles in contemporary society

Three people donating goods. (Photo by RDNE Stock project from Pexels) In the sweltering heat of 1843, slaves endured the brutal reality of life in the Mississippi cotton fields, providing a harrowing glimpse into the horrors of colonial American slavery. Born into bondage, their fate was sealed by their skin color, part of a lineage… Continue reading Essential servanthood: Redefining roles in contemporary society

What are the 95 Theses of the Reformation?

Reformation Day is just around the corner (October 31st)! In light of that, my goal with this article is to explore what sparked the Reformation and what we can learn of Martin Luther’s theology in his writing of the “95 Theses”. The 95 Theses is often believed to be a long list of grievances Luther… Continue reading What are the 95 Theses of the Reformation?