Confession: I had a rough morning, emotionally-speaking. I sat in my favorite chair, sipping my coffee, feeling the weight of the world (or at least the weight of all my feelings). With my kids at school and my husband at work, the house was quiet but my mind was not. My flesh was at war … Continue reading Restoring Joy
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The Promise of Presence
I'm not sure what kind of a start your February is off to. But I do know that we have a sure promise in the Bible that God is present. I love when I highlight a verse in my daily chronological bible reading, and then later in the day that same verse comes up again … Continue reading The Promise of Presence
A Heart At Peace
It's my honor to bring you the first guest blog of 2020! This is written by one of my dearest friends in Pennsylvania, Paula Inman. I've known Paula for two and a half years, and she has become like family to me. Paula is one of those people who will speak the Truth in love, … Continue reading A Heart At Peace
Enough
"I can do hard things." "I can't do everything." These two truths have been bouncing around my brain today. I'm trying to find some rhythm in this tension. Last night three of my four kids just wouldn't listen. Simple instructions, mind you. They weren't having it. The thought crossed my mind: "why can't this be … Continue reading Enough
A Light to Overwhelm the Darkness
I want to encourage you today for when you walk through those shadows in the valley of death, for those dark nights of the soul, for those moments where darkness seems to settle in around you. Sometimes we just need a reminder to let the Light in. ❤ Overwhelm. It's a space I hate to … Continue reading A Light to Overwhelm the Darkness
Gifts from the Father
This guest blog is brought to you by four of the greatest gifts in my life - my kids! Psalm 8:2 says, "You have taught children and infants to tell of your strength, silencing your enemies and all who oppose you." They each had a word to start with, and chose some verses to encourage … Continue reading Gifts from the Father
As For Me
It's hard to believe we're almost halfway through December. The year is quickly coming to a close! Which also means I am almost done reading my Daily Chronological Bible. I have loved the accountability and discipline of daily reading, as well as seeing how God can bring to light and life certain verses at just … Continue reading As For Me
My Race to Run 