Confessions of a Closet Christian 28: Grief & How it Effects Us Personally & the People Around Us
Now I lay me down to sleep. I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take.…
Confessions Of A Closet Christian 27: Why Is It Hard To See God & Why Do We Ignore What Is Right In Front Of Us?
On a recent trip to Israel, I found myself reluctant to even be there. This sounds both sensible and selfish. After all, Israel had just attacked Syria just before we…
Confessions of a Closet Christian 26: Who Are We To Judge?
When I hear the word “judge”, I think of a short-circuited party scene. You know, where everyone is dancing and having a good time until the mom comes in, turns…
Confessions of a Closet Christian 25: What Makes A Story Good and Which Story Do We Prefer?
When I hear the word “story”, I think of something epic, adventurous and intriguing. There’s battle, sport, magic, and romance. There’s a beginning, middle and end and some sort of…
Confessions of a Closet Christian 24: Only Old People Attend Church
When I hear the word “church”, I think of little old ladies who bake delicious cookies and wear cardigans all year because they’re always cold. Or I think of a…
Confessions of A Closet Christian 23: Terrified to Evangelize
What does the word “evangelism” make me cringe? And how is it that Atheists can help me tell my story? You see, when I hear the word “evangelize”, it makes…
Confessions of a Closet Christian 22: Proud Beliebers and Ashamed Believers
Why is it so easy to talk about celebrities yet so difficult to talk about Jesus? When I think about what a “Christian” is, my mind tends to gravitate toward…
Confessions of a Closet Christian 21: Why Do We Focus On First World Problems?
I just ate a macaroon that I thought had vanilla filling, but it was lemon. #firstworldproblems Hand wash only. #firstworldproblems My customized MacBook Pro hasn't shipped yet. #firstworldproblems This hashtag…
Confessions of a Closet Christian 20: Is There More to Thanksgiving than Turkey?
When I hear the word "Thanksgiving," of course I think of turkey and mashed potatoes. Maybe a little Black Friday shopping. Maybe some pilgrims and some corn. It's easy to…
Confessions Of A Closet Christian 19: Why Waiting Is The Worst
When I hear the word "wait," I think of something terrible - like sitting in a dentist's office or the DMV. Waiting is the worst. Most of us are conditioned…