In Others’ Words: Filling Voids

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, perspective, Quotes 5 Comments

Some truths are more harsh than others. Some people avoid the word “sin.” They consider it outdated. Old-fashioned. We don’t sin anymore. We make mistakes. Get tripped up. Commit an error. But I prefer to call a sin a sin because it reminds me that my wrong action has wounded my soul — and possibly someone else’s soul, too. I …

In Others’ Words: Hold Your Ground

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, perspective, Quotes 5 Comments

  I wonder how many battles have been won because someone held their ground? Yes, I understand that winning is often seen as advancing — taking something from your opponent. But there’s a very real sense when winning is all about not giving way … not letting your opponent take something from you. At that point, when your adversary is …