The following is merely a collection of observations and thoughts in process. These are reflections along the journey of discovering the needs of my own heart and how to better love others. Continuing thoughts from Love Without Shame (Pt. 1) As I have considered the nature of my experience with my own romantic attractions (see My … Continue reading Love Without Shame (Pt. 2) Affection Amidst a Sexualized Culture
Category: Personal Reflections
Love Without Shame (Pt. 1)
What would it look like for there to be no shame with expressing love and affection among a community of people? This is the question that I am processing, and here are some thoughts from my personal journey. "Father, I desire that they would be one; just as you and I are one." -Jesus Our western … Continue reading Love Without Shame (Pt. 1)
My Journey into Voluntary Celibacy
This is a brief summary of my journey with God in reconciling my sexuality with my faith; a journey that I am still on. I have learned from the council of famed mystics and saints throughout history, that it is best to always be a learner. So my posture is not that I have arrived … Continue reading My Journey into Voluntary Celibacy
No Fear in Love
Continuing the conversation from "Loving people in Process." Have you ever met with someone that appeared to be on the edge of walking away from God? Or have you ever been that person? Well, I have, on both accounts. Usually any questions I wrestle with, I need people to talk to. As I was wrestling … Continue reading No Fear in Love
Loving People in Process
Everyone can relate to process. Everything in life moves forward through process; sometimes smoothly and sometimes rough. The human experience, with its many mysteries, is exciting and joyful, yet also gets messy and painful. Every person is on their own journey of discovering their role in this life. Every person must discover truth for themselves, … Continue reading Loving People in Process
Find Your Voice
Ember is a prayer and creative company. As a staff and leadership, we are personally committed to experiencing Jesus in prayer and expressing His heart and mind to the world around us. We foster an environment and provide resources that gives space for people to experience God. We come alongside anyone searching to help them … Continue reading Find Your Voice
Contemplating the Mystery of God and His Created
Do we really trust God or are we trusting our theology? What happens when He confounds our reasoning and offends our pride? My eyes have been opened this past month to pride in my heart. I have seen things very black and white. In my pride I have shut out many people; leaving no room … Continue reading Contemplating the Mystery of God and His Created
His Story is Our Story
Right here in Norman, Oklahoma, a small city tucked away in the midwest, we are joining with the worship movement that will usher in the return of Jesus. While spending time in Isaiah 42, one morning before a prayer set, I was overcome by the revelation that "this is my story." I love reading the … Continue reading His Story is Our Story
Thoughts on the Internal Life
As I set out on this journey into solitude; I was under the assumption that this was a season of going deep in God, but discovering that it is a way of life. I saw it kind of like a gas station season, where I get filled up and move on. In the journey of … Continue reading Thoughts on the Internal Life
Journey Into Solitude
I was on the phone with a friend; and when he asked how I was doing, the question really sank in. I had been so busy and distracted that I did not have an immediate answer. Once I thought about it though, I realized, "Man! I'm tired."Not just physically, but spiritually and emotional tired. It … Continue reading Journey Into Solitude
