I’ve been thinking a lot about valleys this week. Feeling like I’m in one; walking through one. Wanting to reflect, be curious and aware, and try to define it. What kind of valley is it this time? I’m familiar with valleys: physical and spiritual, literal and metaphorical. Over the past 17 years, we’ve lived mostly … Continue reading Just Passing Through
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Two Truths and a Lie
“For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 1:6 (NASB) “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor … Continue reading Two Truths and a Lie
A Radiant Vessel (in the making)
I spent some time digging into my #oneword for 2025 (alabaster). I wanted to share some of my findings before January is officially over. Alabaster is such a unique word for me, as I usually have an action word that I’m focused on each year. It feels like a deep well, and I am excited … Continue reading A Radiant Vessel (in the making)
Advocate and Intercessor
One of my kids has been struggling with sleep this month. She used to sleep eleven hours per night; now she can’t fall asleep or sleep longer than a couple hours at a time. We’ve done our best to develop healthy sleep hygiene habits and a consistent bedtime routine, and we’re following a protocol set … Continue reading Advocate and Intercessor
Catching Every Word
Then, teaching them more about prayer, he used this story: “Suppose you went to a friend’s house at midnight, wanting to borrow three loaves of bread. You say to him, ‘A friend of mine has just arrived for a visit, and I have nothing for him to eat.’ And suppose he calls out from his bedroom, ‘Don’t bother … Continue reading Catching Every Word
Dear Children
Your resilience knows no bounds. In new places, surrounded by new faces, you keep showing up. You shine and you sparkle. You reflect God’s love and you give Him glory. You persevere; you don’t give up. You make a decision, and you move forward boldly toward your goals. You overcome negativity and naysayers. You triumph, … Continue reading Dear Children
Even If
On the last Wednesday of each month, I have the amazing privilege of sharing a guest blog with you. This month, I’m excited to bring you this piece from an Instagram friend, Joanna Busby. A couple years ago I found @JustJoannaBusby and @ThreeArrowsLettering while searching for a #Last90Days tracker. Sometimes God brings people into your … Continue reading Even If
My Race to Run 