Trusting in the Goodness of God in a Season of Infertility
“Don’t jinx it,” I say to myself, “Don’t get your hopes up. Don’t think about it too much. Don’t plan on it happening because then it inevitably won’t happen.” I have a spectrum of hope fluctuating like a needle on a compass in a hurricane that ranges from highs to deep lows. I often struggle […]
Casting Out Your Nets in Faith
…he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Luke 5:4 Peter and his brother Andrew were business partners and seasoned fishermen. Taking advantage of the cooler temps, they would fish through the night and take their catch to the market each morning. From tender ages, they’d […]
What I’ve Learned About the Seasons of Motherhood
I was driving west on Paseo del Norte, across the Rio Grande River when it happened. It was fall, and the Cottonwoods had just begun to turn. The crisp yellow foliage against the backdrop of the bright blue sky took my breath away, and interrupted the cries of my longing heart. Season of Longing For […]
How to Study the Bible with Your Family
Life is busy, and time is short! Learn the Inductive Bible study method for yourself, and for your family, and redeem your family time.
How to Experience Unwavering Hope Even When Your Child is Suffering
Sometimes God changes our circumstances, but more often, he changes us through our circumstances. Here’s one mom’s story of how her son received a life-changing diagnosis and all the ways God took care of them through it all.
One Word Changed Her Life
I’m amazed at the economy of words used in the Bible to describe the most miraculous events. “Let there be light.” “Peace, be still.“ “Lazarus, come out!” “Mary.” Sometimes less is more. But on one particular Sunday, one woman heard one word, and it changed everything. Grief & Disbelief Mary Magdalene, and a few other […]
How to Love Others – By Being Interruptible
The crooked straight path is about completing your work, but being interruptible along the way. Jesus loved people more than productivity. Are you interruptible?
How to Find Peace in the Midst of Your Storm
We love that the Lord can calm storms with a word, and we stand in awe at his power over creation. But how can you rightly see God at work in the storms of your life, even if the waters are lapping over into your boat?
Pray Hardest When It’s Hardest to Pray
When we’re too busy to pray, we’re in danger of losing our way. Jesus taught us to get alone with God, and dedicate our day and our plans to him.
Happy Birthday to Me & 45 Lessons Learned
Here are 45 Lessons Learned in my first 45. What would you add to the list?
