Forgiving the Unforgivable

Forgiving the Unforgivable

Before it was published, I had a comment on a Facebook post about Unforgivable. It went along the lines of, “That’s not a good title for a Christian to choose.” I beg to differ. Unforgivable Things Happen You see, much of what happened during WWII (and any war) is...
Everybody Has a Story

Everybody Has a Story

The 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...
Does the Truth Really Set us Free?

Does the Truth Really Set us Free?

The tweet asked if the truth really sets us free. I know Jesus said it does in Jn 8:32, so it must be true. But in what sense did He mean it? The Truth Could Cause Panic I’m currently working on a book about my father’s childhood. (As of this update, the book is...
When I Write, I Feel His Pleasure

When I Write, I Feel His Pleasure

My Writing Life Begins 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,...
The Worst and the Best Move

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 Moved a Lot I’ve had plenty of practice in moving. As an adult, I’ve lived in Urbandale, Iowa; Coventry,...