Category Archives: self-righteousness

Of Soppy Swimsuits and Jesus

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Jacob Young

“Are you going swimming this morning, my love?” That’s when it began. This was the hinge moment this morning; when my wife asked if I was going to keep my routine and go swimming. Now you have to understand, I … Continue reading →

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Live as though you need Jesus

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Jacob Young

Last night, I sinned. I know, “Whaaaaaaat?!” How did that happen? Oh, you know, the usual: In a conversation with a friend, and there I am with a particularly dear, well-groomed soapbox and an opportunity to pontificate. So there I … Continue reading →

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We Who Are Your Closest Friends

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Jacob Young

In me, an expression of self-righteousness (a deep sin-root in my heart) is a perpetual, vicious anxiety about how other people view me. Continue reading →

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Love is different than you think

Posted on April 23, 2010 by Jacob Young

For me, I find it’s the little moments that reveal major issues. There’s the moment the other day where I’m talking with Michelle about buying a particular thing, which she’s fine with, all the while I’m building and executing a … Continue reading →

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