It’s more frequently come to my attention that people who believe in Jesus Christ are living in fear of what’s happening in the world, and some even tremble from thinking of what’s coming. I was visiting my sister some years ago, and that was me. Exactly. At the time, I was particularly anxious about something involving the world's affairs, and after whining about it to her, I ended my rant with something like, “I’m so worried about everyone I love—my kids and grandchildren especially. I...

If you’re reading this on July 9, it’s my 43rd wedding anniversary--over four decades of looking at, listening to, laughing with, and loving my favourite person. Having written that ... Have you ever woken up and not cared one iota about your appearance? You may have a list of things you’d like to accomplish in your day, but you foresee no seeing or speaking to anyone else, so you decide to drop the ball. I’m not talking about feeling depressed, but rather having a c’est la vie,...

Years ago, I sought counselling for feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. Along with a recent move away from friends and family, I’d started a new job, had three small children to care for, a new church to attend, blah, blah, blah. When someone suggested that I talk to a therapist/counsellor, I thought that a grand idea. I could vent to an objective person, and if I seemed off my rocker she or he would be sworn to confidentiality, or they could commit me. At the time, that didn’t sound so bad...