Author Archives: Given Breath
“I can’t believe in a God that sends people to hell…”
“I just can’t believe in a God that sends people to hell.” she said. It makes me sad to see God so misunderstood, but I hear it often as a reason for why people reject God, the church, and the … Continue reading
(For my sons) “What kind of men will they be?”
I’ve been married to one man for almost twenty-one years. This officially qualifies him for sainthood, in everyone’s opinion. I’ve told him that if I die first, I’d be happy for him to marry someone with a little less … Continue reading
You’re never too far gone…
Are there any moments or periods of time in your past that make you physically cringe? I’ve been party to situations and conversations that I work hard to never think about, because the memories bring shame. When I do unwillingly … Continue reading
“Worn out, stressed out, couldn’t care less…”
A. What is the current state of your body, according to you? It’s doing it’s job, and for that I am thankful. It’s worn out and stressed out, but I’m just too busy to care for it better. It’s a disappointment, … Continue reading
You’re sending us where??
Let’s not be so skittish, sheep. No need to huddle up and wring our hands. Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. Our Good Shepherd has told … Continue reading
How to be an idol…
My trip to the library last week rewarded me with this book. I told a friend that I was about to start reading a book with the title ‘How To Be Idle’ and there was a long and highly awkward … Continue reading
No strings attached
What do you love about yourself? If you ever want to immediately silence a room, or have every speck of lint picked off the carpet, pose that question – as I did – to a group of women sitting on … Continue reading
Who really brings it?
This is the first year I have ever really observed Lent. By observed, I mean that I’ve been asking more directly and plainly for God to show me how and where I fail to love. So how’s that going, you … Continue reading
Lent is not a downer.
What are you giving up? We are currently in the season of Lent, which is the period of time that all of us should be abstaining from eating chocolate, right? You are all doing that, I most certainly hope? For those of you … Continue reading
People Beets
Reblogged from Given Breath: I have an affinity for beets. Humble on the outside, they are an epicurean beauty queen once you get to second base. When you take the time to scrub away the grit and remove the old-man … Continue reading
