The last three years have been _____________. Fill in the blank. So many adjectives can go here, much like Mad Libs. Freeing. Difficult. Beautiful. Challenging. Redemptive. Soul-crushing. Hope-filled. Heart-breaking. Worth it. My word this year is wholeness, and it’s been a meaningful companion so far. A work in progress that I plan to write about … Continue reading Provision + Miracles
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Shields that Surround
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
Quick Fixes and Slow Healing
All too often I want the practical next step. Something to do. The fix. The solution. I’m guessing because I’m achievement-drive and goal-oriented. I’m always chasing that elusive checkmark on my never-ending to-do list. If you’re like me and want change, answers, and solutions quickly, it can be helpful to practice the pause. (Selah.) Heart … Continue reading Quick Fixes and Slow Healing
On the Path
Our Bible reading plan has us in the book of Deuteronomy this week, and I’m kind of loving it! There were a couple about “the path” that have stuck with me… “So Moses told the people, ‘You must be careful to obey all the commands of the Lord your God, following his instructions in every … Continue reading On the Path
Carry On
I’m excited to share a guest blog with you from my teenage daughter, Laci! It’s our prayer that you’re inspired and encouraged to carry on and keep going!! Today in our world, quitting is becoming more and more common. So many of us give up as soon as hard things come our way. But it … Continue reading Carry On
Stay the Course (Part 2)
Apparently I’ve already posted a “Stay the Course” blog, so here’s part 2! Our home has seen its share of emotional rollercoasters in the past few weeks. There are some big changes on the horizon, and we are slowly moving toward them. It’s happy and sad and scary and amazing all at once. But beyond … Continue reading Stay the Course (Part 2)
Everything is Temporary
Everything is temporary. This thought invaded my mind last week. I had paused long enough to think of how full our schedule had become. After a year of a mostly empty planner, overwhelm was trying to find a foothold. The truth that it’s all temporary settled me a bit. In a month, things will slow … Continue reading Everything is Temporary
My Race to Run 