Tag: God

When Bear-Fox Came to School

It was Tuesday, March 26, 2024—just an ordinary day. Tuesdays this semester, consisted of rising early enough to plan a music lesson, dress and feed myself, and pack the books and lunch I’d need for the day all in time to leave by seven-thirty.… Continue Reading “When Bear-Fox Came to School”

Beloved, Wouldn’t It Be Beautiful?

What if things are not loved because they are beautiful, but are beautiful because they are loved? What if the apostle John refers to himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved,” not because John had a closer friendship with Jesus than the other disciples,… Continue Reading “Beloved, Wouldn’t It Be Beautiful?”

Diamonds: A Parable

May I tell you about diamonds? We won’t dwell on how they’re formed, in the belly of the earth by pressure and heat, as “fearfully and wonderfully” as we are made ourselves (Psalm 139:14). Rather, let’s talk about how they are light catchers and… Continue Reading “Diamonds: A Parable”

Necessary Hope

I. We know the sun will shine again. We know the trees will bud in spring. We know that death gives way to life. We know, but still. We know this moment’s angst will be resolved in eternity (if not in the next five… Continue Reading “Necessary Hope”

Reigning Cats & Frogs: The Story Behind the Story

Today I get the privilege of sharing my first ever guest post! It’s an incredible honour to be trusted with Valerie’s story, which she sent to me the day her debut middle grade novel released into the world. I don’t know about you, but… Continue Reading “Reigning Cats & Frogs: The Story Behind the Story”