esther in ink

the purpose and value of steadfastness

Sep 25

Sep 25 Shame and Its Effects

what Genesis 3 tells us about the origins of our shame

Sep 15

Sep 15 The Right Yoke

bible, life practice

seeing what it is we labor under, and finding true rest for our souls

Sep 8

Sep 8 How To Get Away With Murder

on the mortification of sin in believers

Aug 28

Aug 28 The Shape of the Eucharist

four words that trace the movement of communion

Aug 4

Aug 4 Bridegroom of Blood

reflections on a confusing Biblical passage

Jul 28

Jul 28 Emptying

a brief reflection on kenosis

Jul 14

Jul 14 Temptation As Suffering

why those who resist temptation know most how strong it is

Jun 26

Jun 26 Fruitfulness Versus Success

the difference between success as the world defines it, and fruitfulness as the Bible values it

Jun 19

Jun 19 Now I Have Come

a reflection on Joshua 5

Jun 12

Jun 12 Roots

a study of Proverbs 12:12

Jun 9

Jun 9 Memorizing Chunks of Scripture