Kenton J. Kutney

We continue with more reader feedback after sharing some of Our Story -- see posts (to the left, Meet The Kutneys ) for my wife's important perspective on suffering, entitled 'Embracing the Mystery' along with my article entitled 'Changing Seasons' "I have just read your testimonies in Canadian Christianity and The Testimony. A friend told me about the articles (not knowing that I knew you). They were both very moving. I had heard some time ago, Ken, about your illness but wasn't aware how it had progressed. A difficult journey you've been called on to travel, all of you together. Your own response to the rollercoaster of emotions and questions was very well expressed, Joy. It touched us deeply. You both sound so grounded in mature faith (which doesn't mean there can't be questions), but it's an inspiration to read of that kind of honesty rooted in deep faith. … It was precisely the spirit of quiet faith and acceptance th...

Hi Ken, I finally had a chance to check out your website and I loved it! Some parts made me cry some made me laugh so all and all I loved it! Cheryl ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Each tear is precious to God. I must add that a sense of humour is a of value as well. It's a healing thing to laugh - CLICK HERE - and it just might make your day

i read a bit about whats been happening in your life.... I am not sure how old that artical was but it sadden my heart and i pray god just be with you and heal you! we often wonder why these things happen to god's people? i still love jesus ,believe in him but often wonder why these things happen to us last year our daughter hannah 10 years old at the time caught a cold had high fevers for around a week sometimes pressing over 100 which finally lead to seizures she spent the next 2 months in the hospital with uncontrolled seizures (she is not epiletic, they figure it is viral insefalietis which made it way to her brain) she was in a coma (doctor induced) over a month and i stop couinting the seizures after 1500 give or take..... we prayed ,,,we all prayed ,,still nothing, now she's getting better but not out the woods yet,she's on some serious meds- that well i am sorry to say help in one way and damage in others,,,,, but we keep pressing in, is it gods way of t...

Moving reader feedback (permission to share) after posting Our Story. See posts (to the left, Meet The Kutneys ) for my wife's important perspective on suffering, entitled 'Embracing the Mystery' along with my like-themed article entitled 'Changing Seasons'. Dear Ken and Joy: "I prayed for you today". I can totally relate to your situation. I have been diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. Although it came on early and is a type that rapidly worsens and does not respond well to medications. I always say that my "faith strings to my heart are getting tighter every day". I also am like the cork that keeps bobbing back to surface. I can not look back on my life and wish for the past but pursue every day under God's grace, seeking a way that I can bless someone. There are times that I can not speak, walk, or swallow and drool is sliding from the sides of my mouth but in my heart I know that God can still use me. Perhaps not in...

I want to spend some time and energy sharing with you, not just my words or vision for 2008 (as it is quite a hazy view from here!), rather some of the stories and comments of people who have connected with this site, and my plight. You'll notice the Poll results -- down to the left -- showing a deep link between Suffering, Scripture, and people growing deeper! Despite years of academics / theological searching / all my practical work in soul-care, I confess I don't fully understand how it all works. (Even though I'm currently going through this experience in my own life situation! See more under Label: Hypereosinophilic Syndrome .) As you read what these people that have taken the time to write in response to my writing, I think you will be impressed and inspired by their tenacious courage. I am. There is a frankness, something so honest here, that humility hits you hard in the gut. I believe that we need to hear about each other's suffering, whatever the situat...

May you be blessed in the re-discovery of all that which is mysterious and sacred about this time of celebration. For all my friends who have helped me along in my journey -- those from past chapters as well as those current, and those I have yet to meet in the New Year -- I offer sincere thanks. We have drawn courage from your prayers and we know we'll continue to be comforted by your encouragement, even as we share one another's burdens and breakthroughs.

As the holiday season comes upon us, there is much exuberance in our household of 5 kids. I'd like to harness that energy somehow and share it, maybe hook them up to a generator and ... a treadmill to power the house? I'm not too far from actually considering it - they'd love it probably. With the push and pull of holiday bustle, I may not have a solution to all your energy needs, but I feel that there is a power to heartfelt laughter, not just bc. my kids bound around howling happily, but bc. I feel it in my own rather burdened life ... being able to laugh in the midst of it is somehow freeing. The taught ropes of tension seem to drop away, or at least slacken for a breather. The gift of joy. May it be yours. In that spirit, the posts for December are going to be on my Funnies page - hilarious holiday stuff that you can probably use yourself for parties, etc. Check it out! It's good to laugh - CLICK HERE - and it just might make your day For the sake of you...