Randall, the Ornery Red-Winged Blackbird
I’ve mentioned Randall, the male red-winged blackbird who was determined to keep an eye on me, in that blog post …
Zabulon Skippers, My New Backyard Friends
I’m not sure how it happened, but I’ve befriended a Zabulon Skipper butterfly after my many photography adventures in our …
James 2:13 and the Importance of Mercy
I recently had a vivid and, well, frightening dream that led to me looking up this specific Bible verse: “For …
Jesus Mourns His Lost Sheep
Researching the topic of Hell continues to be an uncomfortable Christian topic for me, even after doing research articles about it. I …
World Photography Day, Woohoo!
Hello there! Today, August 19, 2023, happens to be World Photography Day. According to this article by Digital Camera World, …
Unraveling Lingering Echoes of Trauma (personal)
This is frustrating to admit, but even after I’ve written about/processed the major parts of my traumas, minor parts that …
Abortion Challenges: Ohio’s Issue 1 Defeated and the Lawsuit in Texas
It’s official: we Ohio voters said “no” to Issue 1. I’m relieved, as many others are as well. There are …
Lori Vallow Daybell and the Pointlessness of Sin
This is what sin is: some sort of temporary high that only ever amounts to long-term consequences.
A Biblical Warning Against Covering Up Injustice: Proverbs 24:24
“Whoever says to the guilty, ‘You are innocent,’ will be cursed by peoples and denounced by nations.”
Thoughts on Supreme Court Religious Freedom Ruling 6/30/23
Based on today’s ruling, can others (including myself) thusly refuse to provide services to any and all individuals who we disagree with based on our religious convictions?
Galadriel, Frodo, and the Light of Eärendil: A Light Against Depression
I’ve been rewatching my favorite clips from The Fellowship of the Ring that showcase Galadriel, my favorite character. After studying the lore …
“Conformity or Self-Denial”: The Struggles Faced By LGBTQ+ Christians
We LGBTQ+ Christians constantly face a ridiculous amount of pressure from all ends. Some religious groups single us out by …
Biblical Reconciliation: Joseph the Dreamer and His Envious Brothers
This past Sunday at my coworker’s church, I received an insightful lesson on the Genesis story of Joseph, his brothers, …
Returning
I haven’t been on my WordPress blog in over a year now! I was very surprised to log on and …
“Who Wants to Live Forever?” by Queen: The Anthem of Tragic Romance
“Who waits forever anyway?” There’s no time for us. There’s no place for us. What is this thing that builds …
Reflecting on Pope Francis’s Remarks on Gay Civil Unions as a Gay Methodist
Well folks, it’s been quite the surprise, hearing Pope Francis say in that documentary that he’s a supporter for gay …
Know Your LGBTQ+ History: The Religious Right’s Adoration for Bearing False Witness
“You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the …
“Regret”: A Dream Reflection
The word “regret” made a surprise appearance in one of my dreams from last night. I was with my family, …
2020 In Review (Personal Newsletter)
At long last, 2020, this abomination of a year, is coming to a close. As others have said, this year …
Quis ut Deus? 