This world is certainly a mixed bag. Sometimes it’s hard to wrap our minds around the fact that beautiful sunsets and sandy beaches exist in the same world as hurricanes and earthquakes; that people call both stunning Victorian houses and slums, “home;” that we can simultaneously experience grief and gratitude. This is the reality ofContinue reading “Holding Both”
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Serving God Through Motherhood
In preparation for our church’s upcoming Christmas series, “Luke’s Playlist,” I read Luke 1:46-55, Mary’s Song of Praise. Many know this as The Magnificat. As I dove into these holy words, I was struck by the way Mary identified herself as a servant of the Lord. This young woman was willing to serve God inContinue reading “Serving God Through Motherhood”
Heart Direction
The last time I wrote was in May of this year. This marks the longest stretch of non-writing since I started writing in 2019. As I type these words, I feel anxious and uncertain. Do I remember how to do this? More concerning yet, do I have anything to say? Oh, and then the dreadContinue reading “Heart Direction”
Forever the Father’s Child
Adoption is many things. It’s a choice and a commitment. It’s choosing to bring a child into a family and to treat them without distinction from a biological child. It’s also legal and final. Ultimately, it’s a beautiful act of love- and it’s what the eternal God has done for those who are in Christ. Continue reading “Forever the Father’s Child”
A Thing of Beauty
Those of you who know me know I’m not artistic. Creative, yes. You want me to whip up content for a presentation or podcast? I got you. Create a devotional or write an article or book? No problem. But artistic? Nope. Not by a long shot! I can’t draw, paint, or craft. (And please don’tContinue reading “A Thing of Beauty”
But God
Some of my favorite parts of Scripture contain the word “but.” Perhaps the most famous verse with this beautiful conjunction is Ephesians 2:4-5, “But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ- by graceContinue reading “But God”
Beach Breakfast
*This article first appeared in the April issue of Faith on Every Corner Magazine This month we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior. And while I will never read more glorious words than the angel’s proclamation that Jesus has risen, I must confess that my favorite scene in all the Bible comes after the emptyContinue reading “Beach Breakfast”
Taming the Tea: Part V
Overcoming the Temptation to Gossip We’ve covered a lot of ground over the last 4 lessons! I pray you’ve been challenged, as well as encouraged, during our time together 🙂 However, I know the battle against gossip will be ongoing. There will be times we will be very tempted to engage in it! In thisContinue reading “Taming the Tea: Part V”
Taming the Tea: Part III
Godly Speech Today, I want to spend some time focusing on what the Bible says our speech should look like as Christ followers. While it’s important to understand what we’re not supposed to do (gossip!) it’s equally important to know what we are supposed to do! So grab your Bibles and let’s check out whatContinue reading “Taming the Tea: Part III”
Taming the Tea: Part II
Why Do We Gossip? Yesterday we looked at the power of our words, why gossip is detestable to God, and the effects of gossip on our relationships. Today we turn our attention to the why of gossip. I briefly mentioned in the first lesson that women are attracted to gossip because we are relationally centered.Continue reading “Taming the Tea: Part II”
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