When I was born, there were some complications with my birth, so the doctor told my parents not to expect too much out of me.  They were young and believed what this professional said and wondered what would become of me.  As I grew, my parents would go to my teachers, give them the doctor’s…

Compassion Beyond Pity: Addressing True Needs When we encounter individuals in need, it’s essential to distinguish between pity and compassion. True compassion goes beyond surface-level assistance and seeks to understand and address the core issues. Jane’s Story: Jane has been homeless in a small community for at least eight years. She believes she’s pregnant with…

Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. –Matthew 7:15    Approximately three years ago, I was having lunch rekindling a relationship with a gentleman that I had not seen in a little better than a year.  I had gotten busy and simply failed to keep…

Imagine that I am at a local park.  The sun is shining, the air is just the right temperature.  A slight cool breeze blows by and makes me feel the very presence of God. The heavens are declaring the glory of God, and their expanse shows the work of his hands.  –Psalm 19:1 On the…