For years I trusted science, achievement, and my own ability to solve problems. I never imagined that a medical mission trip to Guatemala would begin a journey that would change not only my faith, but my understanding of medicine, purpose, and hope. I didn’t...
We live in a time when disagreement seems to come naturally. Whether the topic is faith, politics, ethics, or deeply personal life experiences, disagreement can quickly become divisive. This is especially true on social media, where it can be easy to respond quickly...
Compassion & Hope in Unexpected Pregnancy A conversation with Jean-Paul Beran on The Thriving Family Podcast A couple of years ago, I had the privilege of sitting down with Jean-Paul Beran of Focus on the Family Canada to talk about my journey from family medicine...
How God expanded my understanding of compassionate patient care. For twenty-two years, I had the privilege of serving as a family physician. It was a career I loved, but one I never expected to pursue. Growing up, I thought I would follow in my family’s...
How can we hold deep convictions while reflecting the heart of Jesus? There is no shortage of opinions in our culture today. Whether the topic is abortion, assisted dying, sexuality, race, politics, or another deeply personal issue, conversations often become...
Three questions to consider before entering the conversation. Few conversations generate as much emotion as abortion. For some, it is deeply personal. For others, it is primarily philosophical, political, or ethical. Regardless of where we stand, these conversations...
