For the past four weeks, we’ve been establishing rhythms and trying to find a balance between work and play and rest. I’ve been studying some Psalms and I’m inspired by David, by how he kept turning to God, kept trusting His timing and His ways. In the face of trouble and suffering, David continued to … Continue reading Refocus on the Father
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Beauty All Around
I'm bringing you my first blog as a California resident. (Insert happy dance!) The past few weeks have been a blur of packing, cleaning, driving, hotel stays, unpacking, and organizing. There have been highs and lows, lasts and firsts, bittersweet good-byes and a refreshing new start. On our five-day journey from Washington to Pennsylvania four … Continue reading Beauty All Around
Connecting the Dots
"The Wright family has been knitted together by God to advance His kingdom through genuine worship, fervent prayer, and wholehearted devotion to His Word. We exist to serve the church whenever and however we can." It seems like a lifetime ago that I penned these words. If my memories are accurate, it’s been about 12 … Continue reading Connecting the Dots
When Will It Stop Hurting?
It’s time for a guest blog, and this one is written by one of my favorite people – my husband, Jon Wright!! Jon is an amazing man who exemplifies patience, humility, and wisdom. I especially love Jon’s heart for people, and how he longs to see people get to a place of health and wholeness. … Continue reading When Will It Stop Hurting?
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
A Road Called Recovery
My teenage daughter had oral surgery a few weeks ago. She had an impacted tooth that required extraction before it did damage to her other teeth or her sinuses. It had taken months to decide on a treatment plan. There were multiple orthodontist appointments, second opinions, and having to find a new oral surgeon in … Continue reading A Road Called Recovery
Feelings Matter
I want to give you permission to feel. To engage your emotions. To dig a little deeper. To press in. To find your true self. To not settle for living divided, but to pursue wholeness. I want to give you permission to befriend your feelings. To sit with them and ask questions. To discover why … Continue reading Feelings Matter
My Race to Run 