When the Foolishness of the Cross Collides with the Embarassment of Depression. Therefore when we could bear it no longer, we decided to be left alone in Athens; and we sent Timothy, our brother and co-worker for God in proclaiming the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you for the sake of your faith. So that no one would be shaken by these persecutions. How long, O LORD? Will you forget me forever? To be strong for othe.

I grew up in the Dutch Reformed Church, did my 5 years of Bible study and got gold stars for each exam at the end of each year. When I was 17, I was therefore accepted as a member of the church and made a heartfelt commitment to try to be like the Christ in front of the church members and God. So, from my side, a blessed Easter to one and all, and know that, if you love, you are .

Honest words about religion, scripture and life. Three Lessons from a Productive Summer. Another article of mine was published in. Her comment stung it stung so much it made me wonder if I wanted to write so honestly again.