Dance in the Rain
Welcome to My Journal
My life has often felt like a raging storm. A hurricane without an end. And yet God has given me joy in the midst of it. And through the raging storms and the intermittent drizzle, I’m learning to dance in the rain. (Figuratively, of course.)
How Questions Can Strengthen Our Faith
The way to go from despair to hope is by facing our questions, doubts, and disappointments and looking for God in the midst of them.
Finding Hope When Trauma Changes Us
God can reach through the darkness of our depression and past trauma and pull us from the pit.
Even Though Today Looks Bleak, Don’t Lose Hope
When we are more focused on what we might lose tomorrow than on celebrating what we have today, we lose any chance of joy.
Good Friday: Consolation from the Cross
This year, Jesus' last days have gripped me like never before. Good Friday has become more precious as I have seen new facets of the cross to be thankful for and have fallen even more in love with Jesus.
What if I throw a party and no one comes?
I like numbers. But numbers and social media can become an all-consuming trap that falsely defines our value and blurs our focus.
Never Give Up Hope
I pull into the driveway, and I’m undone at seeing my camellia bush. This resurrected shrub has weathered many storms and has taught that God is always working, especially when we can’t see it.