I have always belonged. To a family, a church, a group of friends. I have grown up as a daughter, a sister, a grandchild, and a niece. Now I am a wife, a mother, and an aunt. In other words, I have always been somebody to somebody. I have always b...

It’s hard to define what belonging looks like, but it’s easy to spot what it feels like to be left out. Feelings of loneliness and a longing to belong can be especially prevalent on the mission field. When you leave your home for a new place, it c...

Have you ever done a life mapping exercise that marks pivotal points in your spiritual journey? I've done a couple, and each time, reflecting on my past reveals long-forgotten experiences that are integral to my spiritual legacy. One poignant memo...

High-performance cars are praised by speed enthusiasts for going from zero to sixty mph in six seconds. Interestingly, I find I can go from feelings of belonging to estrangement just as quickly.  Events outside me may trigger these feelings, but t...