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Alternative Medicine and the Christian
I recently heard a preacher challenge the congregation about idolatry—using their checkbook as an example. Totally valid. After all, we do tend to trust our money will keep us safe, buy us happiness, and more. Interestingly enough, nobody got up and stormed out;...
Forgiving the Unforgivable
Not too long ago, I had a comment on a Facebook post about the book which will soon be out: Unforgivable. It went along the lines of, “That’s not a good title for a Christian to choose.” I beg to differ. You see, much of what happened during WWII (and any war) is...
Everybody Has a Story
There are a few things I’ve known for as long as I can remember. First, NEVER touch Dad while he’s asleep. He’ll jump, shout, and might hit you. Second, Mom has a chocolate stash or two, and nobody had better touch them. And third, it’s important to unplug the...
Does the Truth Really Set us Free?
I recently read a tweet that asked if the truth really sets us free. Oh, I know that Jesus said it in Jn 8:32, so it must be true. But in what sense did He mean it? I’m currently working on a book about my father’s childhood. In it, his father is diagnosed with a...
When I Write, I Feel His Pleasure
Most of us will recognize the inspiration for my title: Chariots of Fire. I have to admit I wondered WHY God cared if Eric Lidell ran. His sister agreed with me. After all, how did running spread the Gospel? Eric had no idea that, eventually, someone would make a...
The Worst and the Best Move
I’m an immigrant who was born to an immigrant who was born to an immigrant and on and on for generations. You’d think that moving would be in my genes! I’ve had plenty of practice in moving. As an adult, I’ve lived in Urbandale, Iowa; Coventry, Oxford, and Birmingham,...