If I had to define a good friendship in a single word, it would be laughter. Nine years ago, I made a big move with my family from Pennsylvania to North Carolina. I love living in North Carolina, but there are things I miss, with friends and family topping the list. The list of good …
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I got into a discussion with a man recently about the story of Abraham and Isaac. This story is found in Genesis 22: 1-19. If you do not know the story, I will summarize it for you here: God tested Abraham. He sent him up on the mountain to worship and offer his only son …
Recently, I went on a trip that required airplane travel. When I boarded the bus to get from the parking lot to the terminal, there was a Delta flight captain already sitting in the back of the bus. He had a clear view of everyone as they made their way onto the bus, struggling with …
Today I am sharing a story with you in the form of a letter I wrote in early 2021 to a woman from my home church where I grew up. Please note: The letter has been edited for length and privacy (and even spelling and grammar eek!). In addition, some first and last names have …
On June 1st, 2014, I was traveling up the Lehigh River in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in my boat around 6 AM on a brisk Sunday morning. I chose an unfamiliar route, and when I reached an impassable section of the river, my throttle stuck open, forcing me to make a quick decision before my boat slammed …
