Holy Trinity: Diversity

Perhaps one reason it’s so difficult for us to grab hold of who the Trinity is and how the three Persons of the Godhead function as one is the way they dwell together in such perfect love. There is never any jealousy or impatience among them — nor an ounce of tension or any power-struggleContinueContinue reading “Holy Trinity: Diversity”

Holy Trinity: Unity

In my twenties, I belonged to a group of church women who busted every negative stereotype of the ‘church-lady’. Rather than gossiping, they grabbed hold of the gospel and chose to live by it every single day. Instead of criticizing others, these ladies circled up and prayed mightily. They equipped our group with biblical knowledge,ContinueContinue reading “Holy Trinity: Unity”

Holy Trinity: Poetry in Motion

Despite liking poetry, I’ve never been very good at writing it or understanding its figurative depths. Yet I’m drawn to the rhythm of the lines, the play with words and sounds, the ebb and flow of thoughts. But give me an entire poem that’s a metaphor for something, and I’ll probably flounder. An English teacherContinueContinue reading “Holy Trinity: Poetry in Motion”

Reigniting Hope: Flames of Faith, Hope, and Love

The summer heat brings with it dry conditions that ignite like kindling. Just this week, my brother and his family were at the ready to evacuate on three occasions because forest fires raged near their home. When my brother sent me a video of one of the fires, my heart sank.  Then my mind gotContinueContinue reading “Reigniting Hope: Flames of Faith, Hope, and Love”