Consider the Birds
For the past few weeks, I’ve implemented a new rhythm to my daily routine. I wake up, make a cup of coffee, coax my lazy old man dog off the couch with his harness and … Consider the Birds
Living in the tension of Sorrow & Joy
Last week, my family and I were guests at Laity Lodge Family Camp at the headwaters of the Frio River in Texas. We arrived, along with 23 other families, two days after the floodwaters had … Living in the tension of Sorrow & Joy
Resurrection in Everyday Life
Crucifixion. The plan was to come and die. Jesus came to be a servant and friend, but also to be a testimony. He came to die so that we could live. But is there even … Resurrection in Everyday Life
Oh, Just to be with the Father
Sneeze. Sneeze. Sniff. Shuffle.“I forgot my pillow. I’ll go get my pillow.” “Ok, doll, here you go. Here’s your sleeping bag. Let’s get in your sleeping bag.”Snort. Sniff. Sniff. Shuffle. Shuffle. Zip. Shuffle. Sniff. Snort.“Get off … Oh, Just to be with the Father
3 Things To Know
“I don’t really know what to expect. I’ve never done counseling before.” If we’ve heard this once, we’ve heard it a thousand times. Some of the men and women we work with have spent a … 3 Things To Know
How’s Your Purple?
One of the novelties my wife and I have observed living in Texas is how the color purple is used here to indicate “no trespassing.” Perhaps you’ve seen it? Apparently, if you have purple paint … How’s Your Purple?
Mental Health Awareness – Chris Millar Story
I was reminded the other day by someone that it is still quite rare for people to openly talk about going to counseling. Perhaps even more rare for men, and also rare for pastors. Well, … Mental Health Awareness – Chris Millar Story
Is It Enough?
Who sets the standards for your life? Where does your definition of “success” come from? Is it books, podcasts, fortune 500 business owners, pastors, spiritual directors, friends, family, or neighbors? There is no shortage of … Is It Enough?
What do we do with mental health talk?
A couple of months ago a pastor reached out to us at BetterDays asking some questions about psychotherapy in the life of the Church. It’s not the first time we’ve received an email like this. … What do we do with mental health talk?
A Mother’s Refuge
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea. Psalm 46:1, 2 … A Mother’s Refuge