I was driving one day when these lyrics caught my attention, dragging it back from whatever planet it was on for the moment. I was startled by the poignancy of the words: What wisdom puts the prophet in a desert place Nobody to hear a single word he says? And what wisdom brings reward from … Continue reading Lent Reflection: Desert Rice
Advent Devotion: The Big PlayStation In the Sky
I used to hide under the table a lot during catechism classes, so I didn’t catch much of what the teacher said, but I do remember her saying that in heaven we will get whatever we want. At the time, all I wanted in the world was a PlayStation. I fully expected to get one … Continue reading Advent Devotion: The Big PlayStation In the Sky
Lent Reflection: God’s Love Shines Brighter
I didn’t have too much trouble with bullies when I was a kid. I tried to fly under the radar, keep a low profile, that sort of thing. The only dumb thing I can ever remember doing was in the fourth grade. Sean was a year older than me, and he was the kind of … Continue reading Lent Reflection: God’s Love Shines Brighter