In light of the events of the past week, I am pretty much emotionally drained when it comes to digging deep to offer a devotion or reflection on all that has happened. As Secretary of State John Kerry said, "In the past few days we have seen the best and we've seen the worst of... Continue Reading →
Look for the Helpers
When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” To this day, especially in times of “disaster,” I remember my mother’s words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are... Continue Reading →
Prayers and Balloons at the Boston Marathon
They play the scene over and over again. From the finish line, the camera scans the incoming runners, the crowd. And in the midst of the cheering audience, three yellow balloons celebrate the end of the celebrated race. Whether they are held by the hand of an adult or by a child, I cannot tell.... Continue Reading →
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