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Anyone else equal parts exhausted and excited at this time of the year? Some of us are navigating busy holiday schedules, while others may be looking forward to ringing in the new year already. When thinking ahead to 2020 and … Read More

I am afraid of all kinds of things. I’m afraid of heights- so I don’t like most rides at amusement parks, ski lifts, or riding to the top of the arch in St. Louis; to name just a few. I … Read More

Proverbs 16:24 NLT “Kind words are like honey — sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” From a very young age, I learned that words have a massive impact on our lives. Words can be used in healthy, … Read More

I love lists. I have taken full advantage of technology where productivity is concerned. I have an app for shopping lists, to-do lists, reminders, and scheduling. I have a daily, weekly, and monthly to-do list, along with many (many) other … Read More

I’m so intrigued by the story of Naomi in the book of Ruth. Sometimes we overlook Naomi because, well, the entire book is named after Ruth. Naomi is not the central character. Yet her story was vital to bring Ruth … Read More

Many women walk in and out of our lives. Some seem to have a permanent place no matter how often you talk or how often you see one another. One of those saints in my life is now home with … Read More

We do family worship before bed with our kids. It usually consists of a bible story, prayer, and lately, we’ve added a “kid’s first catechism” book to our routine. But before you get a serine picture in your mind of … Read More

Kids have SO many questions. Recently, I was teaching in our children’s church when a little girl asked me why God hasn’t answered her prayer. Full disclosure- she was praying for a baby unicorn. Well, sort of a baby, but … Read More

I wasn’t raised in a Christian home, but I learned in my twenties of an unconditional Love that wanted to encourage, strengthen, and empower me to dream as I had as a child before my parents’ divorce. I was thrilled … Read More

Proverbs 31: 24-25 (ESV) She makes belted linen garments and sashes to sell to the merchants. Strength and dignity are her clothing, she shall rejoice in the time to come. Fall is one of my favorite seasons! Leggings, cozy shirts … Read More