I’m an Evangelical, Charismatic, Mainline, Conservative, Amillennial, ….. Aw, Forget It!

When I was growing up I belonged to a very conservative church. We believed in the inerrant scripture and that we engaged with God through our faith and works. We were taught in moral purity and to avoid the emotionalism of “other” denominations. Problem? As a teenager I was not exactly “pure” and seriously struggled with the shame of my inner life. Also, besides my … Continue reading I’m an Evangelical, Charismatic, Mainline, Conservative, Amillennial, ….. Aw, Forget It!

Andy D.May 1, 2020May 1, 2020Leave a comment

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One Way!… Not Sure.

This week I had an interesting encounter at my support group I go to. Yes I go to a support group. Yes, I have mental health and life issues and I need help. That’s life, deal with it. Now at my group I meet all sorts of people which is awesome. The people range from traditional Christian, Muslim and discouraged agnostics. Our paths are varied … Continue reading One Way!… Not Sure.

Andy D.April 22, 2020April 22, 2020Leave a comment

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Landscaping My Life

A busy day today, no wonder I’m exhausted. I’ve been building rivers. It’s quite simple but does take work. You start with a single drop. A simple thought, attitude, or action. Then, make one God inspired change. That one change can build into something bigger. An idea becomes a passion, Inspiration becomes a creation. I started with wanting a passion. I followed up with writing … Continue reading Landscaping My Life

Andy D.April 19, 2020Leave a comment

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Cellophane People

I know a few people who are dealing with addiction and so I’ve been looking at the 12 step program. What I’ve learnt is that the first and most important element is honesty. It’s this transparency that throws off the shame and the hidden aspects of addiction that it feeds on. However, I was thinking. If we just expose the lies and shadows, what do … Continue reading Cellophane People

Andy D.April 18, 2020Leave a comment

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The River

I have noticed before the passage of a river over a rock bed. As I sit watching my wife pan for gold (she does have faith, doesn’t she) in a river I watch the rapid flow bounce and swirl around the rocks. The rocks aren’t moved, they aren’t dislodged, they barely change at all. But the river still goes on.The river simply adjust it’s flow … Continue reading The River

Andy D.March 28, 2020Leave a comment

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Blessings of Tears

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”John 16:33 NIV https://john.bible/john-16-33 I have received many gifts in my life. Money, clothes, a family, many good things. I have gained joy from so many of these but I have overlooked perhaps some of the most … Continue reading Blessings of Tears

Andy D.March 12, 2020Leave a comment

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Sacrament

There are many words we get wrong or confused. Two of these are “Holy” and “Sacred”. Holy means perfect and complete. Without fault or lack. Sacred means set apart particularly for a divine purpose. In my life I have found little that is Holy. But Sacred? Yes, I have seen much that is sacred. The first clear moment of sacred was when I took my … Continue reading Sacrament

Andy D.March 9, 2020Leave a comment

Daddys Moment

A Father's Place Of Reflection

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I’m an Evangelical, Charismatic, Mainline, Conservative, Amillennial, ….. Aw, Forget It!

One Way!… Not Sure.

Landscaping My Life

Cellophane People

The River

Blessings of Tears

Sacrament