It’s my joy to bring you this month’s guest blog by Kim Menne! Kim is one of my closest friends, quick to speak life and truth, faithful to encourage, and committed to showing kindness. Kim = Kindness In Motion; it’s literally in her name. I hope you’re inspired by her words to make a difference … Continue reading Kindness In Motion
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How Are You – Really?
Years ago I was part of a weekly Bible study for women. I got to help facilitate one of the small groups with a dear friend and mentor. We would have some time for check-ins with the typical “how are you?” and “how can we pray for you?” but I quickly saw a pattern emerge. … Continue reading How Are You – Really?
Comfort for the Burden-Bearers
In the last four months, we've had four birthdays in our household. We've had to be creative in our celebrating, but we've had some training in this area through all of our moves and involvement with ministry. Gathering family and friends to celebrate our babies has become a cherished memory, and we've developed new traditions … Continue reading Comfort for the Burden-Bearers
An Unexpected Unburdening
A few months ago I had a dream on my heart - to surprise our friends and fly to San Diego for the launch of their new church. My husband was onboard so we started praying, researching prices, and finding childcare. It was a beautiful thing to watch God provide and our church family in … Continue reading An Unexpected Unburdening
Traditions
I'm a big fan of traditions, especially during the Christmas season. There's a sense of familiarity every year when we take time to carry on the traditions we love. Here are some of my favorites: Setting up our Christmas tree (before Thanksgiving) Ornaments given to each person on Thanksgiving (started by my Grandma) Hot cocoa … Continue reading Traditions
Beauty in the Detour
I love and appreciate when things go according to plan. Typically my plan. Yes, I'm an #Enneagram1. Naturally, detours are not my friend. They're time-suckers and plan-killers. They're inconveniences. The destination is the same, and we know the normal route is quicker, and yet someone somewhere decided to close the road. Last week I had … Continue reading Beauty in the Detour
Peace Over Panic
Today was a stormy day for me, in more ways than one. Literal, figurative, emotional, mental, physical, spiritual... lots of storms. I spent the afternoon in a waiting room, surrounded by severe thunderstorm watches and warnings. In an effort to be prepared, I was completely panicked instead. And so, I began to fix my eyes … Continue reading Peace Over Panic
My Race to Run 