Usually these posts start with a verse and then tie to Memphis. Tonight, the flooding in Texas and the tragedies and heartbreak of children lost is on my mind. We must rest in a promise. We must rest in Jesus dying for our sins, that we may walk with Him in heaven. I’ve seen numerous… Continue reading Siloam, Today
Tag: Grief
Community Healing
We mark one year since Liza Fletcher lost her life this coming weekend. Hundreds, maybe thousands, will “Finish Liza’s Run.” It is a solemn occasion. Richie Fletcher was profiled in The Daily Memphian today because he wants folks to know about his bride in the way he wants her to be remembered. It is moving… Continue reading Community Healing
Mourning Steve Pearl
Steve Pearl served Christ Church faithfully for 27 years. He was a welcoming presence to families at drop-off and pick up and steadfast in his work as Head of Maintenance for the church. I shouldn’t be writing a memorial today of Steve Pearl. He was a known acquaintance and child of God. He went home… Continue reading Mourning Steve Pearl
Broken Hearts
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 The headmaster for my boys’ school included this verse in his passage today after learning of the tragedy at The Covenant School in Nashville. It’s not the first time he’s reminded us of these words. Lord, we call… Continue reading Broken Hearts