“There’s Always Two Sides To A Story”

The one who states his case first seems right,     until the other comes and examines him. -Proverbs 18:17, ESV An evildoer listens to wicked lips,     and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue. -Proverbs 17:4, ESV “There’s always two sides to a story.” I wonder how many who come here have heard that statement … Continue reading ““There’s Always Two Sides To A Story””

Hypocrisy Is An Old Problem

You who say that one must not commit adultery, do you commit adultery?…You who boast in the law dishonor God by breaking the law. For, as it is written, “The name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.” – Romans 2:22a, 23-24, ESV My relationship with Jesus and reliance on the Bible saved … Continue reading “Hypocrisy Is An Old Problem”

Please, Faithful Spouses, Find A Christian Advisor With A Backbone!

These last few days I have heard/read stories about Christian counselors who have failed to directly addressed adultery. They have avoided the awkward conversation insisting upon full disclosure or full commitment to rebuilding the marriage from the adulterous spouse. And these individuals have cited various reasons for this. This angers me! I know how it … Continue reading “Please, Faithful Spouses, Find A Christian Advisor With A Backbone!”

Football, Film, And Responsibility

DM as #60 (2004) The day I donned a football helmet and put on shoulder pads are now over a decade ago. In many ways, it feels like a lifetime ago. However, those years playing football (13 years) taught me some very important lessons. One of those lessons had to deal with personal responsibility. In … Continue reading “Football, Film, And Responsibility”

Hanging Over Their Heads Forever?

“Even if she cheats on me, I will forgive her and take her back,” Desperate Husband said. “Well, that’s no marriage. You would just hold that over her head forever,” said Mr. Worldly-Minded. This is a real exchange that I had with someone prior to discovering the irrefutable evidence of my former spouse’s adultery. I … Continue reading “Hanging Over Their Heads Forever?”