Horrible things happen around us constantly. Maybe they happen more often than they used to, maybe not. But the reality is that, thanks to the internet, we are aware of so much more than ever before. When we hear about city-wide flood damage in other state, a mass shooting in a school or even a… Continue reading Carrying On When Tragedy Strikes
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How To Stay Connected To Your Spouse When Life Is Busy
For all 10+ years of our marriage, Paul has worked anything but a 9-5 with hours as early as 4:30 AM and as late as 2:00 AM. He hasn't worked nights, thankfully, but he's done just about everything else and works at least 6 days each week. I've always worked a typical 9-5 job about… Continue reading How To Stay Connected To Your Spouse When Life Is Busy
Month in Review: August 2021
August was a lopsided month - I had a full weekend of fun with my mom and sister, but the rest of the month was just full of busy things. You know how that can be! The first week of the month, I was still in Olympics mode. I watched as much of the coverage… Continue reading Month in Review: August 2021
Simone Biles, Our Feelings, and The Bible
Why do many people seem eager to relate to and empathize with Simone Biles? Here's the situation: the greatest female gymnast of all time decided to withdraw from competition in the middle of the biggest competition in the world, the Olympics. Here's what I'm not commenting on: whether or not I think Simone Biles should… Continue reading Simone Biles, Our Feelings, and The Bible
Are You Pointing At The Rain Or At God? | How To Glorify God In Your Conversations
I opened the door for our contractor and he stepped inside, out of the dark, humid and rainy summer morning. I said, "Wow, it's really gross out there!" He responded with, "I'm thankful the Lord directed my plans this week. I did my outside work yesterday instead of today like I originally planned." Instantly I… Continue reading Are You Pointing At The Rain Or At God? | How To Glorify God In Your Conversations
High Five for Friday {6.11.21}
This is the perfect week for a good ole fashioned H54F post! It was one of those weeks where the days seemed long but the week was short. Do you know what I'm talking about? I'll start with the low for the week and we'll go up from there. #1 Tuesday morning we woke up… Continue reading High Five for Friday {6.11.21}
When You’re Overwhelmed or Burned Out
Overwhelm can come from lots of different sources - busyness, stress, financial pressure, sickness and more. I even find myself overwhelmed and burned out from living with myself and my sinful, wicked heart! Ever been there? I don't like being overwhelmed or burned out and I imagine you don't either! Since we're right at the… Continue reading When You’re Overwhelmed or Burned Out
How To Make God’s Word Your Counselor
I heard my Dad ask this question in his message last Sunday - "What passage of Scripture motivated the way you interacted with people today?" His question reminded me of one of the verses I'm praying for myself this year, Psalm 119:24. Your testimonies are my delight; they are my counselors. I'm asking God to… Continue reading How To Make God’s Word Your Counselor
Why Is Easter Weekend A Big Deal?
Why is Easter weekend such a big deal? I've mentioned before that reading through the Bible each year makes Christmas more and more special. This year my trip through the first five books of the Bible along with the book of John has made Easter more special than ever before! Let me set up the… Continue reading Why Is Easter Weekend A Big Deal?
Women Who Hope in God’s Word
Those who fear you shall see me and rejoice, because I have hoped in your word. -Psalm 119:74 Here are a few good questions: What do people do when they see me coming? What goes through their head when they see my name on their caller ID? How do people feel after they've spent time with me?… Continue reading Women Who Hope in God’s Word
