A common advice this time of year is that we carve out time for introspection. We are encouraged to slow down, express gratitude for our blessings, take inventory of the past year, and set goals for the upcoming year. We are encouraged to ask questions like: “What were my biggest accomplishments?”, “What lessons did… Continue reading Reflection for the New Year

The issue of doubt has been heavily on my mind these days. It’s triggered by some stuff I’m personally working through but also by a couple of testimonies I’ve heard recently. In my own experience I know that it is possible to grow up in church, be actively involved, read and memorize scripture, and yet struggle… Continue reading Digging Deeper When Doubting

How can anyone think that this is all there is? As I drove past the funeral home this afternoon, I remembered that day, 5 months ago. I remembered my thoughts on that dreadful day. I was so afraid as I went up the steps to the front door, afraid I was not going to make… Continue reading Journal Entry – January 12, 2012