Is it Good to be Proud?

Is it Good to be Proud?

People on social media often write that they are proud to be American or French or Russian or whatever. Because truth is very important to me, these statements have played on my mind. Why? Because they’re illogical. And I’m a scientist, so that grates on me. What is...
Confessions of a Crackpot

Confessions of a Crackpot

A Breakdown The Canadian pastor sadly described his descent into a breakdown to a room full of people in ministry. First, he found himself unable to focus and losing sleep. Then, he had stomach problems and palpitations. He found he was angry—deep down. Eventually, he...
Jesus Can Even Use PTSD!

Jesus Can Even Use PTSD!

This post was inspired by the teaching of Dr Peter Walker on the beach of the Sea of Galilee. If you want to visit the Holy Land or the places where St Paul visited, check out the retreats he leads. Jesus Uses What We’d Like to Forget There are very few of us who...
What is Truth?

What is Truth?

Versions of Truth If you’ve been following the news, you’ll be aware that there seem to be many versions of the truth, at least in politics. I’m not going even to try there–let’s stick with religion! So, what is truth? There are various philosophical theories...
It’s All in the Details!

It’s All in the Details!

Richard Loves Details Details, details! I’m married to a detail person. When my husband, Richard, gets home, we have a cup of tea (he’s very British) and share our day. That is, I talk, and he listens. He may ask for clarification: who I spoke with (first...