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When Pride Falls, Grace Rises

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Pride, like any character trait, can be beneficial or detrimental. Merriam-Webster’s definitions illustrate both aspects. On one hand, pride is a “sense of one’s own worth.” On the other, it’s “inordinate self-esteem, an unreasonable conceit, insolence or arrogance of demeanor.” Why would God instill such a trait in us? Because “a sense of one’s own … Read more

Should I Use Someone’s Preferred Pronouns?

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Young man with a puzzled expression shrugging with palms up in a red plaid shirt over a white T-shirt against a gray background.

Megan called me one afternoon to talk about a female coworker transitioning to become a man. “She’s my friend,” Megan said, “She wants me to use her preferred male name and pronouns, but I care about her health and emotional well-being. How can I demonstrate my love, respect, and concern for her without compromising my … Read more