Guilt & Grace
I stopped by my parent’s grave this weekend. I think I was inspired by Rocky Balboa in the movie “Creed”. … Continue Reading Guilt & Grace
Catching up to the Win
“The Bondage Breaker” and “Every Man’s Battle”. Two of the more popular books in the christian arsenal on overcoming the … Continue Reading Catching up to the Win
Relationship Goals For Men
“It made me wonder if men sharpening men, as proverbs say, is less about behavior modification and more about reminding you of your sanctification found in Christ. I started to consider absolution as a sharpening stone that smoothes the jagged edges of our messed up lives.”
For The Ones That Remain…
I’ve worked in the New York State Unified Court System for over 30 years, and it’s a safe bet to … Continue Reading For The Ones That Remain…
Day One, Everyday
Sometimes, we need a little law, don’t we? We need to be reminded what’s a better choice for us, what’s … Continue Reading Day One, Everyday
Getting A Head Start…
This is an incredible time of year, isn’t it? The sense of hope and optimism in a sea of bad … Continue Reading Getting A Head Start…
No Hiding Places
“You have set our iniquities before you, our secret sins in the light of your presence.” – Psalm 90:8 You … Continue Reading No Hiding Places
What Hopelessness Feels Like
This is what hopelessness feels like, at least for me. It’s a deep depression walking out of your body ahead … Continue Reading What Hopelessness Feels Like
“It’s Just Not Worth It…”
A few years ago I was heading to work in Manhattan. My typical commute involved a bus ride to the … Continue Reading “It’s Just Not Worth It…”
Promises True AND Real
Some words on fighting off past thoughts with the real and true promises of God
Shoveling Snow
We are just about done with the worst snowstorm in NYC in years. By the time it’s all over, we’ll … Continue Reading Shoveling Snow
“Inside” Coronavirus
Have you ever heard the term, “inside baseball?” It’s American slang that refers to the minutiae and detailed inner workings … Continue Reading “Inside” Coronavirus
My Heart Issues
“Now, I have a heart that still functions, because of something outside of me, now placed within me. Something that gave me new life, a new hope.”
A Lonely Theologian of the Cross
“Maybe I just don’t play act all that well. I just couldn’t keep the “tomb” whitewashed enough when I knew I had so many dead bones inside.”
The CHF Articles: Un-Joyfully God’s
How many of you Christians out there are barely holding it together?I know the inclination should be towards joy and … Continue Reading The CHF Articles: Un-Joyfully God’s
The CHF Articles: Specks and Logs
I’m a life-long New Yorker, and I have the pleasure of working minutes from the neighborhood I grew up in … Continue Reading The CHF Articles: Specks and Logs
The Defeated Victor 