I want to encourage you today for when you walk through those shadows in the valley of death, for those dark nights of the soul, for those moments where darkness seems to settle in around you. Sometimes we just need a reminder to let the Light in. ❤ Overwhelm. It's a space I hate to … Continue reading A Light to Overwhelm the Darkness
Freedom
A Year With Bloom
With next Thursday set aside for an extra special guest blog, this is my last official blog of 2019! My time with bloom is nearing its end. It's time to reflect, to look back, to remember. I love seeing how God has tied my past one words together. Breathe, Held, Bloom. Transplanting, Resting, Blooming. “Send … Continue reading A Year With Bloom
Traditions
I'm a big fan of traditions, especially during the Christmas season. There's a sense of familiarity every year when we take time to carry on the traditions we love. Here are some of my favorites: Setting up our Christmas tree (before Thanksgiving) Ornaments given to each person on Thanksgiving (started by my Grandma) Hot cocoa … Continue reading Traditions
Overcoming Defeat
I had the honor of sharing a few thoughts at Liberty Church on Sunday and wanted to post it here for any that missed it. ❤ I believe God wants you to know that He’s with you and He’s for you. He has not forsaken you or forgotten you; you are not abandoned or alone. … Continue reading Overcoming Defeat
Face the Pain
I received an advanced reader copy of The Complicated Heart: Loving Even When It Hurts by Sarah Mae from B&H Publishing; this is my honest review. This book is a beautiful story. It's Sarah's story; it's her mom's story. I love a good story. I will say there are some hard-to-read parts of their story. … Continue reading Face the Pain
The Yoke on Me
Matthew 11:28-30 has been everywhere lately. I'm starting to get the hint and am processing what's packed into these 3 verses. Countless books and commentaries have been written on them. Today, I'd love to share just a glimpse of what He's put on my heart. I pray it encourages you to dig deeper! "Come to … Continue reading The Yoke on Me
When it’s Hard to Love (part 2)
My most-read blog to date was published on April 27, 2016. Ironically, it was probably my hardest blog to publish. It's the raw and real, a topic that's not really discussed, something I've struggled with for the better part of motherhood. I wish I could tell you that three years have passed and I've mastered … Continue reading When it’s Hard to Love (part 2)
My Race to Run 