Each of us has a lens we see life and people through. The filter on the lens shapes our perspectives. Often, our perspectives are skewed making our judgments inaccurate and unaligned with God’s perspective. How does this happen? Our human filter (heart) has been corrupted by life’s negative experiences through heart wounds that manifest into a cynical attitude. Cynicism is undetectable because it can be justified. It’s disguised as insight, wisdom, and godliness, but it’s cloaked in open wounds; unresolved... Read more

Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. 1 Peter 3:8 I learned this week that a friend of the family, Patricia, committed suicide. Patricia was experiencing some serious health issues and had become isolated and depressed. She began making remarks to her family like “everybody would be better off if I was not here”.   Tragically, Patricia’s personal pain became... Read more