Category archives: Faith & Practice

May 16, 2019 | Holly

When Sin Shocks: Savoring the Savior in Our Sorrowing

Jesus didn't suffer on the cross any more severely for that beloved child, or that spouse, or that friend who disappoints us with the ugliness of sinful choices than he suffered there for us. He didn't sorrow in agony any more deeply for that respected pastor, that teacher, or that leader who devastates us with some revelation of sin than he sorrowed for us. Read more

Jan. 10, 2019 | Holly

The Cultural Call To Love Yourself: Seduction From The Softer Side of Legalism

On my darkest days when I find myself fighting against the voices in my head that tell me I'm not enough, I sure am thankful I don't have to work to outshout them with my own. I'm so thankful I don't have to muster energy convincing myself that I am an amazing woman of worth deserving of love, honor and respect. Read more

Nov. 27, 2018 | Holly

Value Congruence: Treasure That Far Surpasses Its Weight In Gold

When we share a solid value system with someone, our hearts beat in sync with that person within the same chest of treasure. Even when that treasure houses smaller golden nuggets of differing interests and polarizing personalities, the riches that ignite the strongest passion and the glitter that most brightly illuminates the spirit will be the same. Read more