A few months ago, I found myself asking some questions: in the sufferings of life, what feeds my soul? What keeps me in tune with the heart of God? What keeps me in tune with my own heart? I’ve... Continue Reading →
One of the beautiful things about this life is that the mundane things point us to God. Sometimes, it’s the beauty of my back deck garden. With all the rain we’ve been getting lately, it has grown full and luxurious,... Continue Reading →
I would consider myself a Bible nerd. That is to say, from a young age, I was the kid who knew all the right Bible answers, and I was very proud of that fact - like in a prideful, judgey... Continue Reading →
O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? It was before your eyes that Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified. Let me ask you only this: Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law or by hearing... Continue Reading →
Today is Good Friday, an annual remembrance throughout the Christian world of the death of Jesus. To be honest, I don't often like to think about Jesus' death - I mean really think about it. I can think about it theologically or in... Continue Reading →
I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. ~Psalm 34:4 I remember the first time I read this – really read it, I mean – how struck I was by what the Lord... Continue Reading →
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your... Continue Reading →
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Sunday afternoon, about an hour before sunset, I woke up from my Sunday afternoon nap and decided to bag the leaves in my front yard. You may be thinking, "Becca, it's spring! Why are you bagging leaves?" Well the fact... Continue Reading →
As I was leaving campus last night, one of my students was telling me about a conversation she'd had with a guy about how hard it is for men to identify with the image of being "the Bride of Christ." ... Continue Reading →
Becca Hermes 