For a video of this teaching, check out my YouTube channel! We are in our third week of Advent, and the theme is JOY. We are looking forward with anticipation to celebrating the birth of Jesus next week. Our Immanuel, our God with us. There's a story in the Bible that's been on my mind … Continue reading Joy
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An Invitation to Advent
2020 is such an interesting year. There are parts of it I hate, things I wish weren't included in the story. But without all of it, the good and the hard, I wouldn't be where I am today – and I wouldn't be who I am. There's a temptation to want 2020 to be over … Continue reading An Invitation to Advent
Lessons from the Wilderness
Click here for a video of this week's blog! Sometimes we find ourselves in the wilderness. Again. Another trek through. Or maybe it's more like we're going around in circles. (Is anyone else dizzy?) Did we not pass the test the first or second time? I thought the third time was supposed to be the … Continue reading Lessons from the Wilderness
In Christ Alone
It's time for another #GuestBlog! This month's piece is written by Heather Spraut. We met in September 2019 at a book launch party for Sarah Mae and The Complicated Heart. Heather and I exchanged blogs and have kept in touch since. Check out her blog at https://heatherspraut.wordpress.com/ and read her inspiring words below! ❤ "In … Continue reading In Christ Alone
Learning to Pause
I've been on a modified break from social media, doing my best to spend time with my kids instead of scrolling through highlight reels. I've been showing up a couple times during the week to share encouragement and truth, but have chosen to remain mostly out of the loop. I happened to see a post … Continue reading Learning to Pause
Embracing Motherhood
Summers have become an increasing struggle for me as a mom; when you jump into full-time motherhood months after graduating high school, you’re forced to grow up pretty quickly. And so, after over a decade of changing diapers and potty training, I was a bit thrilled two years ago to get all four of my … Continue reading Embracing Motherhood
Hustle is the Opposite of Heart
It's hard to believe July is almost over, but the end of the month means it's time for another guest blog! This week's is written by Dr. Jill Parsons! We met Jill and her husband at Liberty Church a couple years ago. Jill is marked by wisdom, generosity, and joy! I pray we can all … Continue reading Hustle is the Opposite of Heart
My Race to Run 