Marriage is hard. It takes work, effort. We have to be learning and growing, even if the pace is slow, or we will slide into a pit of complacency. If we're stagnant, we're decaying, breaking down. We were created to flourish and thrive, to move forward, together. Years ago, a dear mentor of mine told … Continue reading What I’m Learning About Love
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Faith in the Fire
I've been reflecting on Seasons. Summer held on longer than I expected, and it seems Fall flew by in a month. For the locals, this might be "nothing yet"... but for this Washington-native... it is straight-up freezing outside. I will continue to bundle up my kids like Randy in A Christmas Story even if it's … Continue reading Faith in the Fire
Butterflies and Soaring Birds
What do you see when you take a moment to be still, breathe deep, and have a long look outside? Leaves are changing color and falling soft to the ground. The wind makes the blades of grass dance and the crisp leaves sweep across the yard. A swirling storm of helicopter seeds fall from the … Continue reading Butterflies and Soaring Birds
Times of Refreshing
We are officially Pennsylvania residents!! It has been quite the journey to get to this place... lots of trusting, lots of waiting. The trek itself across the country was probably the hardest thing I've ever done. Traveling 15+ hours everyday for 5 days straight with three of my kids (one of whom gets carsick)... Our first … Continue reading Times of Refreshing
From Shame to Shine
Shame is an ugly word. It reminds me of embarrassment, humiliation, disgrace, remorse, and sorrow. Shame is heavy. It’s an unnecessary burden, one that we were never meant to carry. Shame is tricky. It often covers our face, our eyes, and we don’t realize the impact it’s having on us. Shame is distracting. It gets … Continue reading From Shame to Shine
Where Will Trouble Find You
I had the privilege of teaching last Thursday morning at our Women's Bible Study, and I wanted to share the message with you! Instead of typing up all my notes, I decided to record the teaching and share the Bible verses (and songs) below! Enjoy! ❤ Click HERE to listen to the full teaching! “I have … Continue reading Where Will Trouble Find You
You are Loved
You. Are. Loved. No matter who you are. No matter where you are. No matter what you've done. You. Are. Loved. (Can we just let that truth sink in for a moment?) We're rushing and hurrying through our days, flustered and overwhelmed, and God is calling us to slow down and rest in His love. … Continue reading You are Loved
My Race to Run 