I recently started reading One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp, and it is radically changing the way I see my everyday life. I'm learning to take note of God and His faithfulness all around me... learning to give thanks in everything... learning to find joy right where I am. "The Lord is faithful to all His promises and … Continue reading God is Faithful
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Stay the Course
I’m not sure what you’re going through today. Chances are you’re going through a storm – be it big or little, long or short. If not, maybe you just came out of a storm, or there’s a new one brewing in the distance. The truth is, we all have storms to face. Not one of … Continue reading Stay the Course
Am I Convinced?
I received a timely email a couple weeks ago from FaithGateway (Devotionals Daily). In it was an excerpt from Lysa TerKeurst's Made to Crave devotional. She talked about doing things because you're loved, not doing things to get love. It was a total perspective shift for me, one that I'm still wrestling through. I don't have to do things … Continue reading Am I Convinced?
A Fresh Start
I'll be the first to admit it: I've been MIA. I haven't posted a blog since November 20th! I could blame the holidays. I could say I needed a break. Both are valid excuses to a point. But there was a bigger issue going on... and I let guilt and shame enter in, and a … Continue reading A Fresh Start
My Race to Run 