For about three years now, Jessi and I have been lighting candles in an Advent wreath at home. We began doing this during the COVID pandemic; it was a way … Continue reading The Messy Stained Christ Candle
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Advent 2022: Love
When you are able to love your enemy, he or she is no longer your enemy. The idea of “enemy” vanishes and is replaced by the notion of someone who … Continue reading Advent 2022: Love
Reflections on a Mass Shooting Four Years Later
We call them “mass casualty incidents.”An alert goes out through pagers and cell phones.We seldom get the details of the situation up front—just the nature of injuries and the number … Continue reading Reflections on a Mass Shooting Four Years Later
Namor and the Case for Racially Diverse Superhero Casting
We recently got a trailer for Marvel’s upcoming Black Panther sequel Wakanda Forever, and first things first, it looks awesome. I love the focus on T’Challa’s family and their grief, … Continue reading Namor and the Case for Racially Diverse Superhero Casting
Scotch Cocktails
While I have always loved a good single malt Scotch, I’ve recently started to appreciate and enjoy Scotch cocktails. Now, a quick clarifying note:A single malt Scotch is distilled at … Continue reading Scotch Cocktails
Does Romans 13 Promote Patriotism?
Romans 13- Do We Have a Duty to Obey Authorities?Let every person be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those authorities that … Continue reading Does Romans 13 Promote Patriotism?
My Rainbow of Pants
Over these last few years, I’ve lost track of the number of patients who have looked me in the eyes and had deep conversations. On the other hand, it’s only … Continue reading My Rainbow of Pants
Father’s Day Special: Disappointing Books for New Dads
We were beyond excited when we learned Jessi was pregnant. We were going to have a baby! I remember those early weeks of making shopping lists and registries, and while … Continue reading Father’s Day Special: Disappointing Books for New Dads
The Storms We Know
A funny thing happens in Jacksonville when there’s a hurricane in the forecast: everyone throws parties. When the power goes out, the grills come out. Sure, stores sell out of … Continue reading The Storms We Know
Why Do People Go to Church?
I’m sure this will come as a shock, but I’ve always been really into theology— not so much the jargon-laden systematic stuff, but seeing how God is active and involved … Continue reading Why Do People Go to Church?