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.)
What’s Different about This Easter?
When you convince yourself that your sin is not so sinful after all, you also convince yourself that you don’t need God’s amazing, rescuing, forgiving, and transforming grace- Paul Tripp
Small but Helpful Ways to Encourage Struggling Friends
It’s never too late to start…don’t let guilt over what you haven’t done stop you.
3 Things I Do When I’m Struggling to Forgive
The miracle of Christian forgiveness is that when we forgive, Christ does something profound in us and for us.
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.
When Walking Through Fire Isn’t Terrifying
While the fire may be terrifying, I’ve found God’s presence to be more evident in the fire than at any other time.
My Image Was All Tied Up in You
I’m finally learning to see my daughters for who they are and not as billboards, advertising my parenting
How God is Using My Word for 2021
My word for 2021 keeps reminding me how I need to view all of my life
Christmas 2020 Amidst Broken Dreams: God Is Using This
Christmas 2020 is like none other as we have all experienced loss. But the truth remains: God is using this.
When Life Feels Crushing
If you are feeling crushed today, be assured that your suffering is not meaningless and that one day you will see all the beauty that God has wrought through it.
A Remarkable Life
This life of suffering is one of breathtaking beauty. It is so well spent, so pleasing to God, as all of heaven undoubtedly will attest to.
How to Live When You Know You’re Dying
This letter, written by a woman who was dying, has taught me how to live….
Why Was I So Blind?
We cannot keep silent about racism - perhaps God has called us for such a time as this…
Why are we so Afraid to Die?
Few of us can honestly say we are unafraid of death. So what do we need to remember when we are facing it?
Will God Fulfill His Purpose for Us?
In our uncertain world, God bids us to focus on the truths we know and not obsess about what we don't know.
Will We Live Out All our Days?
We need not live in fear that our actions or the actions of others will prematurely cut short our lives.
Why My Word for 2020 Scares Me
Each year I pick a word to help define what I sense the Lord is calling me to. This one is scaring me…
What the Hurting Need at the Holidays
Having someone simply acknowledge your grief can be a gift itself. Here are 5 suggestions on how to help your hurting friends at Christmas.
Will You Walk Away?
All our hearts are prone to wander, prone to leave the God we love. Given that, what should we be doing to ensure we finish well?
The Fruit of the Wilderness
Keep leaning into God. He is working in your wilderness to ground your faith and bear fruit that will nourish those around you.