Authentic Living

The Thief on the Screen: A Struggle with “Blessing Envy”

The Reflection It starts as a harmless five-minute break on the couch, but it ends with you feeling like your life is somehow ‘less than.’ Have you ever been scrolling through a feed when you see it—that perfectly lit photo of a friend celebrating a milestone you’ve been hoping for for years? In a perfect world, we would rejoice. But instead, we feel that familiar, sharp sting: The Comparison Trap. It’s a silent thief that whispers, "God is being generous with everyone else

Terry Hunsaker

Jan 252 min read

Why Jeremiah? Why Now?

When I wrote When the Road Narrows , I was thinking about those seasons we all face—the times when our options feel limited, our energy is low, and the path forward seems thin. I think we’ve all stood on those narrow roads, wondering if we’ve taken a wrong turn or if God has moved on without us. But as I sat with those thoughts, I found myself drawn to a man who lived on the narrowest road of all: the prophet Jeremiah. Finding the "Table of Grace" Jeremiah didn't just see a n

Terry Hunsaker

Quiet Revolution: The Goal of Peace

We’ve reached the end of the journey. We’ve checked our mirrors, slowed our speech, assumed the best, stayed gentle, and built bridges. But what is the point? Is it just to be "nice"? No. The goal is much higher than politeness. The goal is Shalom —a deep, restorative peace that keeps people connected even when their opinions are miles apart. It is about proving that our love is more durable than our differences. Key Scripture: Romans 12:18 (NIV) — "If it is possible, as far

Terry Hunsaker

Quiet Revolution: The Blessing of Being Wrong

In our culture, "being wrong" is treated like a catastrophe. We treat it as a blow to our intelligence, our character, and our standing. We will go to incredible lengths—denial, shifting blame, or doubling down—just to avoid those four difficult words: "I was wrong about that." We think admitting a mistake makes us look weak, but in the economy of the "Quiet Revolution," losing an argument is often how you win a brother or sister. Key Scripture: Proverbs 12:15 (NIV) — "The

Terry Hunsaker