There are countless wrong things in the world right now. Reminders that we weren’t created for this earth. Longings in our spirits for a better place. There’s so much darkness and weariness. On a global level, on a national level, and I’m sure on a personal level. I wish I could sit with you, dear … Continue reading Shields that Surround
Bible
Wintering through Weariness
I’ve recently rekindled my love for reading. As a child, I enjoyed picture books and poems, even a few chapter books. Unfortunately, by high school, I had lost the joy in reading. It’s taken the better part of twenty years to teach myself to love reading. It doesn’t come naturally for me. I mostly favor … Continue reading Wintering through Weariness
Making Ways
What do you do when you’re facing the impossible? When your back is up against a wall? When you’re stuck… frozen… because surely this can’t be the end? Surely there must be more to the story? I’ve managed to trade some unhealthy coping skills for some more constructive ones, but at the end of the … Continue reading Making Ways
Wholeness
My favorite new year tradition is selecting a #OneWord, a guide and banner for the next twelve months. My past words include: Alabaster Freedom Anchor Worthy Trust Savor Bloom Held Breathe Last year, alabaster showed me beauty and purpose, depth and light, hope and devotion, sacrifice and love. For 2026, I’ve chosen “wholeness”. It’s not … Continue reading Wholeness
Look for the Manna
“I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33 I know I’ve written about it before (see this and this), but I love the truth and transparency of this verse. Jesus promises … Continue reading Look for the Manna
Just Passing Through
I’ve been thinking a lot about valleys this week. Feeling like I’m in one; walking through one. Wanting to reflect, be curious and aware, and try to define it. What kind of valley is it this time? I’m familiar with valleys: physical and spiritual, literal and metaphorical. Over the past 17 years, we’ve lived mostly … Continue reading Just Passing Through
not by works, by faith
Guest blog by Laci Wright 💕 This week, I have been reading through the book of Romans with a YouVersion plan by UPPERROOM (it’s called “The Mystery Revealed”—I would highly recommend checking it out), and it has been a wonderful experience so far. I’ve read through Romans before, but I’ve been in awe of the … Continue reading not by works, by faith
My Race to Run 