Have you ever determined that you were going to fix something yourself? I am not mechanical in any way and it would be a complete and utter lie to say I was. However, to say that I am stubborn is … Read More
What Job Taught Me
How often have you wondered “God, where are you?” or maybe even “God, what did I do to deserve this?” I know there have been times of suffering in my life where I’ve found myself asking similar questions. As much … Read More
Because Jesus Says So
We live in a world where there is a constant pressure to be seen and valued by others. We have believed the lie from the enemy that says, “In order to matter, others have to think we matter.” This is why … Read More
Into The Unknown
For the last year, my husband and I have found ourselves sitting with our faith, examining many of the beliefs we hold as “truth”. The circumstances that led us into this season were outside of our control but made this … Read More
God’s Timeline
Are you the type of person who has a five-year plan? Maybe you have it all planned out: fall in love, start your dream job, get married, buy the house, start a family. Sounds like the perfect life, right? But … Read More
Candy-Coated Lies
Hard times will come. A few weeks ago, I woke up in pain and feeling exhausted. This was not unique as many mornings have started this way over the last few months. My chronic health issues have been in an … Read More
Spiritual Wellness
As spring is budding, we see evidence of God’s provision and goodness all around. His glory is especially evident in the blooms, buds, and beautiful sunrises of spring. Windows are flinging open, lawnmowers are buzzing, and sparrows are singing their melodical … Read More
Cords of Hope
When you think of a cord, what comes to mind? Is it a telephone cord? (Then you are my age.) Could it be a computer cord? (You might be in your 30s.) How about the cord to charge your smart … Read More
Never Abandoned
It’s funny how in a second your day can turn completely around. A couple weeks ago my sons were on spring break and my husband and I had taken them out for a family day full of hiking, beautiful weather, … Read More
Perfect Love
Lately, I have been pondering on what it would look like to live a life completely rooted in the perfect love of Christ. I realize, the earthly me won’t ever fully comprehend just how high , how wide and how … Read More