Tag Archives: God

Why I Believe: C.S. Lewis and Me – Part Two

Posted on December 3, 2019 by

My journey from atheism to faith To read Part One click here. I began to think of my longing for God as a hunger for a flavor that didn’t exist. Which seemed odd. But there was one example of such … Continue reading →

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Why I Believe: C.S. Lewis and Me – Part One

Posted on December 2, 2019 by

The truth that compelled me to journey from atheism to faith also had a profound impact on my spiritual mentor C. S. Lewis.  Here, in three parts, is my story–written five years ago when my blog was new. Few have … Continue reading →

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Signed by God

Posted on November 17, 2019 by

“And what we will be has not yet been revealed, but we know that when Christ appears we will be like him.” ~1 John 3:2 “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do the good works he … Continue reading →

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How To Drive a Writer Crazy

Posted on November 13, 2019 by

Originally posted on Seeking Divine Perspective:
Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also                                     to the interests…

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Success!

Posted on November 7, 2019 by

I’d just graduated from college and, being pragmatic, understood that becoming a Nobel Prize-winning author, legendary rock star, and Oscar-winning actor might take a few years, so I acquired a day job installing electronic security devices in retail stores. But … Continue reading →

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Restless

Posted on October 20, 2019 by

I have but one longing that can never be fully satisfied, my longing for you, Lord. And yet, paradoxically, while it is the only thing I can never fully possess in this life, it is the only thing that gives … Continue reading →

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The Meaning of Life

Posted on October 13, 2019 by

I don’t usually get choked up over doctrinal statements. But the first time I read this summary of the purpose of human life drafted by the Westminster Assembly, a gathering of English and Scottish clergy in 1646, something in me … Continue reading →

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