Does the benefit outweigh the cost? A quick Google search showed that people have asked this question on a wide range of topics - college, organic food, legalization of marijuana, marriage, cell phones - just to name a few. April 1st has come and gone, but my pastor has said in the last week: "It's … Continue reading Cost-Benefit Analysis
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Shadows
We have an enemy. He likes to pervert truth. He is the master of deception. There will be times on our journey Home when we walk through the valley of the shadow of death. But God. ❤️ His Spirit, His Light, His Truth... He pierces through the darkness, through the shadows. You may feel isolated … Continue reading Shadows
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
Fighting the Good Fight
"Fight the good fight of faith." - 1 Timothy 6:12 Paul's words to Timothy have been running through my mind as I question and wonder and wait, trusting God's timing and sinking my roots deeper in Him. We are called to fight the good fight of faith. This action word for fight in the Greek … Continue reading Fighting the Good Fight
All Things
Sometimes the rain falls, the discouragement is real, and the lies get loud. In these moments, if we'll choose to lean into God, we can hear His whispers of truth that breathe life into our brokenness and make us bold again. I was in that place Sunday morning, at church... overwhelmed, worried, anxious. God gently … Continue reading All Things
What To Do With A Downcast Soul
When your soul is disturbed and in despair, I'm here to tell you: you don't have to stay there. It often seems easier, and sometimes we want to, but it's definitely not better to. Jesus came that we may have life, abundant life; let's not sit back while the enemy tries to steal, kill, and … Continue reading What To Do With A Downcast Soul
When Your Shield of Faith Gets Heavy
Sometimes in our lives we have these pivotal moments, these situations where we break out of our box, where we step out in faith. Maybe God called us, or maybe we're not sure, but either way we're taking a step, maybe even a leap, of faith. There are other times in our lives where we … Continue reading When Your Shield of Faith Gets Heavy
