I heard someone say not long ago that "anything that can be controlled, can be exhausted." Which means those resources we have and need for our day-to-day lives, can run low. The emotional exhaustion that comes when we've been caring for someone who can't take care of themselves. The mental exhaustion that comes when we… Continue reading Strength for the Journey
CONFIDENCE VS. CERTAINTY How many times a day do we make decisions, and our confidence wavers? What would our lives look like if we lived in a constant pool of certainty? The certainty that can't be skewed by anything we do, think, or feel. Conviction that is not reliant on our actions, our circumstances, or… Continue reading Rooted in Certainty
For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. Hebrews 4:12 In a rush, the reason I cannot now remember, I took down our small brick stairs leading from the kitchen… Continue reading The Truth About Healing and the Cost Often Involved
I was reminded recently of a time where I felt invisible. Physical symptoms had plagued me for a while. Doctor appointments were set. Blood was drawn. Follow-ups were had. I was scared. I confided in a friend or two then about what was happening. But, over the course of time, I noticed they had not… Continue reading For the One Who Feels Unseen
Biblical peace. The peace that surpasses all understanding. The peace that only comes from our creator and father of all. The peace that there are just no words in the English language to put down to describe. It strikes me that one of the Hebrew names for God is Emmanuel, and it means "God is… Continue reading Getting Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable
No one ever told me about this space. The in between. The end of one season, emerging with a sense of accomplishment, pride...and a bit tired. Children grown, leaving, returning, leaving again, returning... do I keep their room, or is this my room now? A corner of piled-up stuff belonging to my children, now adults,… Continue reading No One Told Me
Ground is typically gained in small things. One step at a time. One decision at a time. One shift in perspective at a time. One task at a time. It's easy to feel overwhelmed when the responsibilities are piling up and there's too many to-do's in the time we have. When the things that are… Continue reading What to do When you don’t know what to do
Have you ever penned goals to your heart? Privately talking to Jesus about them, and whispering questions, asking for confirmation? Asking for blessing? Have you ever started towards them and realized you needed to recalibrate? Maybe your motives...maybe your heart. Sometimes...we simply need to adjust our sails. We've all stepped out into new territory to… Continue reading Learning to Adjust Our Sails
Our hearts are tender this time of year. The hope Jesus brings to our lives seems to grow as we take in live nativity scenes, candlelight church services and Advent reading plans. But a tender heart can be bruised easily.
Why should I consider Jesus? I've heard this question ring over the years, whether in articles, on podcasts, or in my own head as a teen. Social media is a funny thing. I've used it to share pictures with family who live far away, document fun weekends with friends, ask for prayers for my family,… Continue reading Consider This…
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