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
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Never Alone
Have you ever paused long enough to hear the song God is singing over you? A few days ago, as I started making lunch for my kids, I looked up and saw this verse. I had taped it to my fridge last month. "I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you." … Continue reading Never Alone
Comfort for the Burden-Bearers
In the last four months, we've had four birthdays in our household. We've had to be creative in our celebrating, but we've had some training in this area through all of our moves and involvement with ministry. Gathering family and friends to celebrate our babies has become a cherished memory, and we've developed new traditions … Continue reading Comfort for the Burden-Bearers
Daily Bread {gluten-free, of course}
In my daily Bible reading, Psalm 19:7-11 recently caught my attention: "The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the … Continue reading Daily Bread {gluten-free, of course}
Stages of the Journey
We bought a car two years ago, Dave Ramsey-style. We traded in our front-wheel drive minivan and paid cash for the difference. (Thank you, house sale!) We had researched and read reviews, and decided to go with a Dodge Journey. It seemed like a good crossover for our family, and let's be honest - I … Continue reading Stages of the Journey
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
An Unexpected Unburdening
A few months ago I had a dream on my heart - to surprise our friends and fly to San Diego for the launch of their new church. My husband was onboard so we started praying, researching prices, and finding childcare. It was a beautiful thing to watch God provide and our church family in … Continue reading An Unexpected Unburdening