I know what it’s like to have the wind knocked out of you. Just this week I hit my head on the corner of the upper cabinets in my laundry room. I had no breath to scream as the pain pulsed, but I have a lovely little knot to show for it. My war room,…
Some Bible verses are tucked away, rarely heard of and unlikely to be found on a piece of home decor. Others, however, are woven into the fabric of our lives, recognized even by those who may not actively walk with God. John 3:16 and Psalm 23 are everywhere—etched into memory and displayed across countless spaces….
“… A Change Will Do You Good…” Thanks Sheryl Crow for the reminder that some change we run from (actually change that to most…) but some change is just what the body, mind and soul needs. A change in job titles leading to a promotion could be a good move. A change in job titles for…
Close your eyes and put yourself in this situation… You’re out to dinner with your dearest friend at your favorite restaurant spot. The appetizer just arrived and you are about to devour it, ready to savor every bite as you’ve been waiting patiently all day for it. You bring your fork to your mouth, about…
We sat in the doctor’s office for two of my children’s well checks. I knew it to be customary for annual shots to take place, but I didn’t give it much thought as the doctor asked her routine questions, seeking to glean insight into behaviors, habits and norms so she could ensure my children were…
We’ve heard of being soul-tired. It’s when you are down to the bones, deep level tired. We’ve gone soul-searching. It’s when we’re pretty confident that the path we are on isn’t the path we should be. But have we done soul praising? David did, and in Psalm 103, he challenges us to as well. Psalm 103…
We know desperate. (Or at least I do.) Desperate was the middle of the night tears as I walked my oldest up and down the hallway of our first family home, pleading for him to sleep and for God to help turn my request into reality. Desperate was the prayer I spoke when the ultrasound…
