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
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Until There Is More Than Enough
I want to introduce you to an amazing friend of mine, and the author of this month’s guest blog – Jennifer Lake. I've gotten to know Jenn over the past couple years, thanks in part to Dwell Orphan Care. Jenn is the founder and director of Dwell; she has an incredible heart to advocate for … Continue reading Until There Is More Than Enough
A Few of My Favorite Things: April
Books: When God Says "No" by Elizabeth Laing Thompson – It's an honor to be on the launch team for Elizabeth's newest book, which releases on May 1st! This book was such a timely read for me... I enjoyed Elizabeth's style of writing, how she brought Bible stories to life while speaking courage to my … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: April
Bitterness and Belonging
Check out this teaching on YouTube, or keep reading! If I pause long enough to listen, I discover that my heart aches to belong. I also find that bitterness threatens to fill the space. Sometimes it seems like I’m on the outside looking in, observing all the seasons and places where we used to belong. … Continue reading Bitterness and Belonging
Taking Time to Identify Tension
Sometimes it seems easier to sweep it under the rug. The heartache. The pain. The frustration. The overwhelm. The bad. The hard. The tears. The trial. The trouble. The struggle. The tension. It takes vulnerability to bring it into the light. To let God's truth shine on it. To allow others to see our mess. … Continue reading Taking Time to Identify Tension
If They Can Do It, Why Can’t I?
This month's guest blog is written by a local friend/entrepreneur/new author, Christina VanDergrift! Christina has a heart of excellence and perseverance. She is a trailblazer and one of the most positive people I know. Her debut book about vacation rentals is full of incredible stories and helpful tips. Check out her blog below, including an … Continue reading If They Can Do It, Why Can’t I?
My Guide to Good
Check out this week's blog on YouTube, or keep reading for the written version! "For this God is our God for ever and ever; He will be our guide even to the end." - Psalm 48:14 God will lead us on the path He’s marked out for us. He will direct our steps toward Him. … Continue reading My Guide to Good
My Race to Run 