At first, it sucks. After an hour, it still sucks. Some time later, it gets better. Supposedly. The sky swells as the sun abandons this side of the world, clouds block out the hope of stars. The cracked desert wonders why the rain never actually materializes. Even the moon seems hazy on the whys and … Continue reading The Truth About Rejection
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When Your Byline Sounds Like a Match.com Profile
If you haven't caught on to the theme of this blog, I don't really like defining things in concrete ways. Our world is beautifully fluid and complex, which isn't something to avoid simply because it isn't easy to pin down. Unfortunately, we live in a world that likes easy, catchy taglines. For writers, we get … Continue reading When Your Byline Sounds Like a Match.com Profile
Calling B.S. on Easy Callings
When attempting to inspire young adults like myself, many Christians have offered this quote from Frederick Buechner: “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” This sounds wonderful doesn't it? But I'm calling out every pastor that has ever said this to me: stop sugar … Continue reading Calling B.S. on Easy Callings
When Neurochemistry Meets Religion
Many people are hesitant about trying to combine science with religion. These are two areas that have long been defined with strict boundaries and very little overlap. However, as scientific discoveries and advances continue to expand the boundaries of knowledge, Christians must adapt to understand and interact with their findings. Often, the fear of science … Continue reading When Neurochemistry Meets Religion
