Step Away From the Church
If we are so wounded by our church experiences that each time we go we can’t see past our emotions, then I’d say it’s time to take a break.
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Living as a wanderer The Pilgrim Life
Displaced Pilgrims: Daniel
Churched or not, we’ve all heard the story of Daniel in the lion’s den. However, Daniel’s story involved so much more than being thrown into a den of hungry lions and being saved by an angel of the Lord because of his faithfulness to God. Daniel lived displaced in Babylon under the rule of Nebuchadnezzar, after being forced to leave his home in Jerusalem. He and his people, the Israelites, lost their home, temple, right…
Guest pilgrims sharing their story Ordinary is Extraordinary
A Trip to the Thrift Store
I just needed a break from the busyness of my life, but God had other plans.
Advent & Christmas-tide Seasonal Devotions
Advent: Promise of Peace
The season of Advent is by far my favorite time of year. It’s not the arrival of Christmas music, parties or gift exchanges, but the richness that unfolds through the holistic story of God making His way to us in the midst of our sin and darkness that makes this season so special. Advent is the gift of God’s love story fulfilled and it will never be cliche. Each week I will share a specific…
Guest pilgrims sharing their story
Whiplash: Bangladesh to Dubai
Whiplash verb. jerk or jolt (someone or something) suddenly, typically so as to cause injury. A reflection by David Forshee after visiting the displaced Royhinga in Bangladesh Laying in bed with a pounding headache and broken heart I tossed and turned. It had been a long day that spanned two countries with settings that were worlds apart. My day started in a 15-passenger van filled with missionary kids and a doctor…
