We had a great morning with our church family. I’m so thankful for The River – it’s been an oasis and safe place for our family over the last year. During worship, we surrendered the things we’ve been holding on to a little too tightly. We made space for God, clearing out the clutter, asking … Continue reading You Know Better
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Digging Up Wells
I’m still thankful for a new year and a fresh start (that I didn’t know I needed). I’ve been drawing near to God, reading my Bible daily and journaling every night. Jon and I are attempting a year-long Bible plan together (again). We’re currently in Genesis, Luke, and Psalms. It’s been a good mix, and … Continue reading Digging Up Wells
Thrilled to Be Here
My kids are growing up too fast. I’ve been saying that for at least 15 years. One of them recently got her driver’s license, started a job, and attended a college preview day. She reminded me that next Christmas will be her last before she graduates high school. Selah. It’s wild how much you can … Continue reading Thrilled to Be Here
Freedom
A new year can mean a fresh start, an opportunity to reflect on the past, and a call to look forward to the future. It’s also time for one of my favorite traditions – choosing my #oneword for the year. Inspired by Margaret Feinberg in 2017, I chose breathe. My words since then have been: … Continue reading Freedom
Shake off the Dust
The time has come to shake it off… cue Taylor Swift 😂 It’s time to shake off the dust. “Awake, awake, O Zion, clothe yourself with strength. Put on your garments of splendor, O Jerusalem, the holy city. The uncircumcised and defiled will not enter you again. Shake off your dust; rise up, sit enthroned, … Continue reading Shake off the Dust
Ashes
I wrote this in February, but decided not to post it (until now, with minor edits). These words carried me through a dark season, in unseen places and incredibly hard times. God can turn ashes into beauty; He can bestow beauty where the enemy left ashes. But even among the ashes, beauty can be found … Continue reading Ashes
To Whom It May Concern
To any reading this who are victims, to those who have faced impossible circumstances and devastating trials: I just want to say how proud I am of you. You are so brave. You did whatever you could to survive. What happened to you is not okay. That friend should not have betrayed you. That family … Continue reading To Whom It May Concern
My Race to Run 