I believe God is making all things new. He is turning all things to good. You may be facing a situation that doesn't seem good right now, but His presence gives peace. According to the world's standard, it may look like you've lost it all. Can I encourage you today? Just don't lose you; don't … Continue reading Resilient
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Let Us (Also, Lettuce)
This blog can be found on YouTube, or keep reading for the written version! As I was preparing this week's blog, the word encourage came to mind. Webster's definition of encourage is: "to inspire with courage, spirit, or hope: hearten; to attempt to persuade: urge; to spur on." This is my heart each week; I … Continue reading Let Us (Also, Lettuce)
Meeting Doubt with Mercy
"When in doubt... rest." I tucked these words into a note on my phone over a month ago, occasionally revisiting them. It was a Sunday and I'm sure we were scrambling. These words were like a fresh drink of water. Because my default is busy, quick to react, move, action, do. I often need permission … Continue reading Meeting Doubt with Mercy
In Christ Alone
It's time for another #GuestBlog! This month's piece is written by Heather Spraut. We met in September 2019 at a book launch party for Sarah Mae and The Complicated Heart. Heather and I exchanged blogs and have kept in touch since. Check out her blog at https://heatherspraut.wordpress.com/ and read her inspiring words below! ❤ "In … Continue reading In Christ Alone
The Father Who Shepherds
Check out this week's teaching via video on YouTube, or keep reading! ❤ I'm always inspired by these words from Melissa Helser: "Get to know this kind Father." Last summer I spent time diving into different characteristics of God and then blogging about them. The Father who hears, cares, and sees. He is also the … Continue reading The Father Who Shepherds
Embracing Motherhood
Summers have become an increasing struggle for me as a mom; when you jump into full-time motherhood months after graduating high school, you’re forced to grow up pretty quickly. And so, after over a decade of changing diapers and potty training, I was a bit thrilled two years ago to get all four of my … Continue reading Embracing Motherhood
Courage for the Battle
I want to share a quick word of encouragement with you all, something that's been heavy on my heart this week. We're surrounded by people, whether physically (at home or work) or on social media. We have plenty of opportunities to be distracted, discouraged, disappointed, or distraught. In the midst of whatever trouble you're facing, … Continue reading Courage for the Battle
My Race to Run 