Blogging about Faith, Labyrinths, Mental Illness, and More
Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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For about two or three hours last Friday evening, I was in constant, desperate prayer. I was overwhelmed with anxiety, to the point of tears. My repeated prayer was this: “Please God, please, don’t make me bishop.” I’ll tell you how I got there, and how God answered that prayer.…
● Latest Articles
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Introducing… Pinewood Men Studios
So apparently I’m now part of a film studio. My most excellent friend Pete and I have been making movies, and doing other assorted creative…
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St. George
It’s right around All Saints Day. All Saints Day falls on November 1 every year, and many churches observe this holiday on the Sunday following.…
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Scared of this election
Is it normal to feel frightened, actually scared, by all the campaign signs this election? Is it normal to feel frightened of going to work on…
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Sentences on Which I Would Like to Declare a Moratorium
“We sure could use it.” Every single time someone says, “Looks like rain this week,” the response is always “We sure could use it.” And it’s…
● About Me
I’m Michael, the author of this blog. I search for meaning through walking labyrinths, through exploring my Christian faith and my experience of depression, through preaching, and through writing about it for you.
