Though there is some dispute, it’s likely Jesus was crucified naked. That was the common custom. Adding to his humiliation, nakedness also added to his identification with those of us who have been abused. Not only was Jesus ridiculed and beaten, he was physically exposed. Jesus understands our torment. Physical, emotional, and sexual violence. On …
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Jesus Weeps
In treatment for prostate cancer, my husband says, “God loves me. Jesus is weeping with me.” That statement is the healing. Jerry has come to know the compassionate God. Exodus 34:6. Wrestling with the indignities and struggles of life, we are tempted to say, “Where are you, God? What’s going on? Why is life so …
His Smile is Enough
Many of us grew up with “not enough.” Not enough lap space, not enough hugs, not enough attention. That has long term consequences. For some of us, it gets internalized into, “I’m not enough.” I don’t have enough to give to anyone else. Nobody wants to hear my thoughts. Nobody’s interested. Or we believe we …