I’ve come to see Christianity as a kind of mask — or maybe a cloth people wear over their real selves. It’s a covering that gives the illusion of purity and moral certainty. Society has been conditioned to trust it instantly. When someone says, “I’m a Christian,” it’s almost like a magic password — walls…
The Endless Problem of Sin
I had an interesting conversation recently about sin — that old, heavy word that religion can’t seem to let go of. I asked a simple question: what’s the solution to sin? His answer came quickly: Jesus. “God has provided the way, the truth, and the life through His Son,” he said. I asked him what…
Navigating Your Career Like a River
Careers don’t always follow a straight, planned path—just like rivers don’t flow in perfect lines. Sometimes, the way forward changes because of obstacles, new opportunities, or simply because life shifts around us. And that’s okay. Like a river, I can learn to be flexible and adaptable. If one route gets blocked, I don’t have to…
Parenting: Growing Beside Them
No one tells you how parenting will stretch you — not just in your time, your patience, your energy — but in your identity. In the quiet moments, I’ve realized I’m not just raising a child. I’m also raising myself, again. Not to be perfect, but to be more present, more aware, more honest. When…
Why Good Girls Finish Last
I had an interesting conversation with my cousin yesterday. We were talking about why good girls actually finish last — and we both came to the same surprising conclusion. It’s religion. For 34 years, I was the definition of a good Christian girl. I followed every rule, avoided anything remotely “worldly,” and did everything the…