I’ve seen several resources for people on the spectrum learning to adapt to church ministry culture, but not much has been written for those steeped in church ministry culture to make space for people on the spectrum. So, I’ve spent part of my summer break working on this list. I’m not an expert, just a … Continue reading Autism and the church
We parked behind the church this morning. As we were leaving in our truck, my (very literal) son gasped and said, “That sign says ‘NO TRUCKS!” We explained what the owners meant and explained that it was there because they were concerned that some big trucks could tear up their parking lot. Just then, I … Continue reading No Trucks!
Give Me the Dirt By Audrey Perry For years they tried to take my Kingdom Forcing their way with guilt and shame Convincing all my little ones: “Work hard, remove your shame!” Brick by brick they covered my law With the dos and don’ts of their pride They patted their backs and padded their pockets … Continue reading “Give Me the Dirt”
If your definition of “revival” looks like God doing all the work while you sit around and watch him, what you’re looking for isn’t biblical. Revival isn’t reactionary; it’s responsive. I hear the Lord speaking to my heart this morning: “Take up your courage, you Gideon believers. Your cries for me to move looks like … Continue reading How do you define revival?
I understand things better with pictures because I’m a big kid. So, I recently really got something through a mind picture story the Lord gave me. I’d like to share this with you because it’s vital, and I, well, I don’t want you to die without knowing the truth. Picture this with me: You are … Continue reading Following the Dude with the Wonky Stick
I feel like a bird singing outside of a dark stained glass window irritating the sleepers inside who don’t want to wake up to a new day. It’s easy to live life lazy and complacent in your own theology. I mean, you can dream of doing great things without ever actually doing them at all! But is that really life?
There’s a freedom that’s far greater than the freedom you’ve been TOLD you already have, but have never truly experienced.
Do your kids know? Let this question really challenge you to find out if they do. Go ask your kids one by one… ask them to tell you why they think we celebrate Easter. It’s okay. I’ll wait right here until you’re finished. I recently found out that my foster daughters only knew this … Continue reading What’s it Really About?
In the middle of this mess I stand, holding down this ground we’ve gained, Praying that in the midst of it all these kids would feel something more than just pain. I knew from the beginning that my heart would break a thousand times, But I knew then that each one was worth it, And I remind myself I … Continue reading In the Middle of this Mess
A few days ago I opened my windows. Since then (due to Tim’s allergies) we closed them back up. I love the fresh smell of late summer/fall coming in throughout my house. Fall is my favorite time of year. Mostly because I like the clothes I get to wear. Bring on the boots! As I … Continue reading Open the Windows
I picked up a really good book from the library the other day on parenting teens. I’ve always liked the teachings I hear come from Love and Logic. I first learned about them when I read Danny Silk’s book “Loving Your Kids on Purpose.” Excellent book, by the way. They have a Facebook page, too, … Continue reading Weakness
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