I am on break between semesters. I love living my days without the clock ticking in my head, not having to have everything done by a certain time or accomplished within a specific time-frame. I have been especially enjoying my less rushed times with God. One morning this past week I was praying a prayer […]
I was one of the three billion viewers yesterday who tuned in to watch Prince Harry and Meghan wed at their royal wedding televised around the world. What is it about weddings? What is it about a royal wedding, in particular? I can’t help but wonder if deep in the hearts of each one of […]
Love the sinner; hate the sin. This cliché has gained traction in Christian circles lately, but does it deserve its frequent use? I am not so sure. Does it deserve it’s frequent use? This saying does not appear in the Bible, but many say it reflects the biblical principle found in Jude 1:22-23. In doing […]
I have become a pretty intense follower of podcasts and in the ones I am listening to, a trend is occurring. Women are getting in touch with their dreams and following them. Most examples are things like starting that business, writing that book, or launching that podcast. Discussions about such dreams involve trusting God to […]
This week I was reflecting and praying about this principle: God has made us the perfect frame to do what He wants to do through each of us. Though Jesus is the same within all of us, when He is framed by our unique blend of physical appearance and personality, we can display Him differently […]
We all have noticed that once we start shopping for an item, ads for that item start following us everywhere on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. After moving into our new home last year, I searched online for semi-flush lighting for my dining room for a few months. I must have looked at 1,000 light fixtures. […]
There is a subtle difference between these two sentences. Do you see it? Believe in God. Believe God. Do you believe in God? Many do. Many people believe in God. They believe in a Supreme Being out there — in fact, lots of pagans believe a God exists. Some even believe that the God of […]
To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who […]
The world as you know it just fell apart. A tragic phone call arrives. A shameful secret is exposed. A betrayal happens. That financial threat becomes a reality. A loved one dies. Court papers arrive. It feels like things will never be the same. True. They won’t. But not everything has changed. Not really. The […]
This summer we moved to a new home, so this Christmas I am pulling out old decorations and putting them in new places. As I have wandered around beautifying my new space — filled with thankfulness for my new home — I have been pondering other areas of my life that need intentional decorating for […]
