Category Archives: Resurrection of the dead

The Amateur Theologian: Identity – Who Am I?

Posted on April 14, 2016 by LASM

Here’s my latest “fun” revelation: I judge myself and others by the media’s values. Therefore, people are either good or bad, all suffering should end in “happily ever after,” and I let it define success, family, ethics, and physical beauty. … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Body Image, Child-rearing, Diversity, Eternal Life, Expectations, Faith, healthy living, Identity, Identity in Christ, Idolatry, Letting Go, Looks, parenting, parenting goals, Resurrection of the dead, Weight | Leave a comment

The Amateur Theologian: Wrestling with Death and Grief

Posted on March 28, 2016 by LASM

For some reason, I woke up just after midnight yesterday, as Resurrection Sunday began. Checking my phone, I saw that someone had texted me an hour before with news of our mutual friend, Steve, who had been battling ALS for … Continue reading →

Posted in Death, Eternal Life, Grief, Grieving, Jesus' resurrection, Resurrection of the dead, Suffering, Uncategorized | 4 Comments