I love the phrase, “No one does justice alone”; it reminds us that we do justice in community. This saying has become a catch phrase that is promoted and often repeated among the people involved in Administer Justice, the faith-based legal aid organization headquartered in Elgin, Illinois, that supports legal aid clinics in churches around […]
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As I cycle off 3 consecutive terms on the Administer Justice board of directors, CEO Bruce Strom asked me to gather my thoughts on the last decade of working with the organization. As I reflected on all that has been accomplished and the countless lives impacted by the tireless work of our staff and army
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Do you remember the pigeon lady in Home Alone 2? Her husband left her, breaking her trust in people. Kevin helps her see she doesn’t have to be alone. Like that woman, thousands of people feeling isolated and alone had hope restored through a Gospel Justice Center this year. 2024 Impact Administer Justice added 32
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In my journey of learning to persevere through life’s challenges, I have come to see the deep connection between individual transformation and community transformation. As a former lawyer who left a thriving practice to serve those in crisis through Administer Justice, I have witnessed the power of giving oneself to something greater than personal success—serving
The world can be overwhelming. As darkness increases with the coming of winter, our hearts sometimes feel the same increasing darkness. In a world where everyone encounters struggles—whether they’re visible or hidden—the role of a friend, family member, or community supporter becomes crucial in finding healing and hope. Sometimes, the most comforting thing we can
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News flash. We have an election in this country. But it is important not to allow one election to overshadow another – the election of God in you. Election The Bible tells us, “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love
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Life is a marathon and maintaining balance is hard, but thankfully, we’re not expected to conquer it all at once. Have you ever felt like life is overwhelming, stretching too far ahead to even see the finish line? It’s easy to feel that way, but there’s a secret to persevering through life’s toughest seasons: focus
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Hey friend, as I was reflecting on a chapter in Persevering Power recently about God’s provision, it struck me how much we overlook the ways He’s at work in our lives. I’ve learned so much through my own journey, and I wanted to share some of those truths concerning money and meaning with you in
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Do you wrestle with pride? A proud person probably says, “no”, while the rest of us might admit “yes”. My friend, Joe Abraham, recorded a message for the chapter on pride from my book, Persevering Power. He acknowledges we can become overly proud of our kids, church, or what we know as a way of
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