Connie Nelson

Minneapolis

Senior Editor at The Minnesota Star Tribune

Senior editor for Lifestyles at the Star Tribune daily newspaper.

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Articles

How the Gospel Answers Shame in College Students

2 months ago | thegospelcoalition.org | Connie Nelson

The college years have the potential to be mentally and emotionally taxing for students. Young adults often bear the pressure to perform academically at the same time as they’re encountering all the responsibilities and trials of their newfound adulthood. It’s no wonder a Gallup poll reports that one in five undergraduate students considers leaving his or her program due to mental health struggles or emotional stress.
Grace For Parents Who See Sinful Attitudes In Their Children

Sep 10, 2024 | rootedministry.com | Rebecca Lankford |Connie Nelson

A pastor friend of mine once confessed that in times of stress, he would “panic-buy” Bibles. He figured that even if he didn’t need them at the moment, he would eventually give them away. If there were deals and sales for multiples, it was an even greater incentive for him to get trigger-happy with his shopping cart. We laughed about the piles of Bibles he must have hoarded in his basement. But later on it made me wonder what my version of panic under pressure would be.
Three Ways We Can Rest as Parents Who Are Justified

Aug 15, 2024 | rootedministry.com | Rebecca Lankford |Connie Nelson

Rest is part of working well in any kind of labor. For parents, rest can mean taking some time away from the kids to do something that replenishes and energizes us. But more than a physical or mental break from attending to our kids’ needs, there is a kind of deep rest for the heart. We who are united with Christ are able to enjoy this rest for the inner person in the present moment.
The Multi-Directional Blessings of Intergenerational Integration

Jun 19, 2024 | rootedministry.com | Rebecca Lankford |Connie Nelson

After youth group one night, my son told me the highlight was that one of the adult leaders shared her testimony. “Mom, I had no idea that Auntie Sue went through all that.” (We attend a Chinese church, and ‘Auntie’ and ‘Uncle’ is how kids address adults). Never having heard Sue’s testimony myself, I asked my son what she said. In the car ride home, he summarized Sue’s story, his sister interjecting to fill in the gaps.
Really Dude!

Apr 5, 2024 | medium.com | Connie Nelson

I am very frustrated, I want to get paid for working for Medium. However they are not giving enough details to set up Stripe. Really dude! Can you really pour piss out of your boots? You need to make it easier for us to set up. Also Stripe needs to make sure that their site is easy to navigate. Really dude! Also do a tutorial that way we can set up easier and get paid.
Cannot Pour Piss Out of Boot!

Apr 5, 2024 | medium.com | Connie Nelson

I walked out of your life because you didn’t want to listen to me. I told you that I was going to sing songs and also start my own business. I can’t do this really it was always your way or no way. Now you are trying to get me back. You cannot pour piss out of a boot!Why would I want you back! The verdict is in, no brains! You want me to take you back after the way you treated me?
Ain’t Worth Your Weight in Salt!

Apr 5, 2024 | medium.com | Connie Nelson

I was dating a guy in high school that came over to my house and snuggled up. He would always say that we would go on a date. But when it came time to do so. He would always make up the excuse I have to work. I would always tell my boss I have a date. He put a ring on my finger and I said I want a date. Never happened man you ain’t worth your weight in salt. So I wrote on a dollar bill what is worth more money or honey?
Pull the Big One Out!

Apr 1, 2024 | medium.com | Connie Nelson

Photo by BAILEY MAHON on UnsplashI read awhile back about a photographer suing a writer from medium for copyright infringement. I am pretty sure that the writer has thanked the photographer for the use of the photo. Come on now pull the big one out! It means to pull your head out of your butt!Couldn’t you have stopped pulling a lazy man’s load and try getting a hold of them and say this, “ Can I at least get credit for my work?” Or this, “ Is there anyway…
Parenting Our Introverted Teenagers

Mar 28, 2024 | rootedministry.com | Rebecca Lankford |Connie Nelson

My husband and I were recently having dinner with our friends, a newly married couple in their late 20s who graduated over a decade ago from the high school ministry where we previously served. They asked us what “the youth” were like nowadays, so we got to discussing the various Gen Z-brand jokes that are currently keeping the youngsters laughing. We all knew the well-worn, endearing trope of the Gen Z introvert.
You are filled with hot air and Ain’t Worth Your Weight in Salt!

Feb 23, 2024 | medium.com | Connie Nelson

Photo by C.Valdez on UnsplashYou are filled with hot air and Ain’t Worth Your Weight in Salt!You say that you need help with all of the health issues you have. You hot air in you and have an accident issues but you don’t have the time to take care of yourself. Why are you wasting my time and your time. You want me to move far away from here and give up my job which is vending songwriter and singer You want me to go with you.