Here is a unique way to have fun! Line up ten suitcases and attempt to carry them all at the same time. “Let’s see, I can jam this one under my arm. This one goes on top of my head, while this one goes between my legs!” Now, just to keep things exciting, invite [...]
A woman dying of emphysema taught me the hard way that God will not often physically heal someone just because they ask: rather healing is an extraordinary miracle which should never be reduced to an everyday occurrence. However, God does promise and is always offering healing comfort. Paul wrote: “God is the source of every [...]
For the last two weeks, I’ve described the heartbreak of clergy divorce. In addition to the excruciating personal pain of a marital break-up there is also the public humiliation of having your leadership skills and even your spirituality challenged before the church and community. Recent statistics show the divorce rate for clergy has risen to [...]
Last week, I wrote about the heartbreak of clergy divorce: “No one is immune to the tragedy of marital distress and divorce… not even the men and women who devote their livelihood to serving God.” In addition to the excruciating personal pain of a marital break-up there is also the public humiliation of having your [...]
“Pastor Kills Wife and Himself!” was the shocking headline of a newspaper article. “A pastor fatally shot his estranged wife yesterday before turning the gun on himself, authorities said.” The article mentioned frequent arguments and the pastor’s unwillingness to accept the divorce. I noticed one comment by a church member: “They were such good people. [...]
