discoveringgrace2020

Can we all just stop it?

I was following a comment trail in a post where a friend expressed disgust at a comment made by Donald Trump Jr. that implied continuing deaths due to Covid-19 were insignificant. The trail continued to go back and forth on different opinions about the response of President Trump to the virus and how President TrumpContinue reading “Can we all just stop it?”

Neighbors Waking in Fear

It saddens me to think of so many people in America are waking up this morning wondering if rights they have been afforded by previous Supreme Court decisions are now at risk. Our LGBTQ neighbors have fought for so many rights I have without even asking. In fact only this past summer was it confirmedContinue reading “Neighbors Waking in Fear”

Continuing Thoughts about Character

I had someone comment on my post about presidential character and James Dobson’s comments that we aren’t electing a pastor. He’s right in that regard. I guess my ultimate issue with the post is that is was written by someone professing to represent Christianity. Dr. Dobson’s post essentially was saying that the end justifies theContinue reading “Continuing Thoughts about Character”

Is the Presidency about Character?

I rarely talk publicly about my political opinions. This is especially true since Travis and I married. I grew up in a Democratic household. Travis grew up in a Republican household Generally I think we are both more in the middle and try to vote for the best candidates, but policy-wise I tend to leanContinue reading “Is the Presidency about Character?”

You Gotta be Greater than Hate

On a quite Saturday last night here at farm we watched “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation.” Yes we two adults love our kids movies. The basic gist of the movie is that Van Helsing descendants are trying to kill Dracula and all of the other monsters once and for all – using techno music toContinue reading “You Gotta be Greater than Hate”

Rocky Mountain National Park

Given it’s proximity to our home and my best friend Melissa’s home, I have visited Rocky Mountain National Park on numerous occasions. And I love it! The scenery… The wildlife… Just being in the mountains…. Doesn’t get much better than that. Here’s a look at our last three excursions. I look forward to the nextContinue reading “Rocky Mountain National Park”

Laws of Men

Gun laws and abortion have been hot topics in our nation the last several years. Mass murders and other shootings are driving some to demand tougher laws to try to stem the violence. Others are very vocal proclaiming gun laws won’t keep guns out of the hands of criminals. “They’ll find a way to getContinue reading “Laws of Men”

Christian Badge

I have been thinking a lot lately about political leaders and religion. So many seem to want to put on their Christian badges so Christians in their electorate will want to vote for them. But what kind of Christian are they – if they are really Christians at all? Are they trying to be theContinue reading “Christian Badge”

Jesus IS Grace

I am the book “Grace, Food, and Everything in Between” by Aubrey Solbek. She made a connection that was revolutionary to me: “Jesus IS grace. He’s the unmerited, undeserved, unearned forgiveness and favor of God sent down for us.” I have perceived those as gifts He provided through His death on the cross, but neverContinue reading “Jesus IS Grace”

Do not use God’s name to do harm.

Earlier this summer Pastor Don shared a more modern version of the 10 commandments. Practice loyalty to the Sacred. Care for those who have cared for you. Do not allow productivity to dominate your life. Remember every image of God is only a glimpse. Do not use God’s name to do harm. Do not beContinue reading “Do not use God’s name to do harm.”