Lent arrived the day I left on vacation. I boarded a plane headed south to warmer temperatures, and noticed a stewardess with ashes still on her forehead from an earlier service. As she wore her dark forehead, we displayed the light-hearted smiles of a family taking a trip. … Continue reading
Most people I know think November 7 can’t come soon enough. I agree. We are weary of all the politicking. The ads, the debates, the phone calls. The number of attacks is perhaps equal only to the number of promises. Both presidential candidates have assured us that they are the … Continue reading
We just moved into a new house. Like, on Friday. If you’ve followed this blog for awhile, you’ve seen all my up and down emotions about our transition to Minnesota. Transitions, even if they’re really good ones, are difficult. After more than a month of living with family, it feels … Continue reading
I sat on the plaid couch next to my fiancé. Across from us sat our pastor and his wife. It was pre-marital counseling, almost twelve years ago. It was the moment I received some of the best advice ever given to me. It was the middle of the session spent … Continue reading
Anyone who knows me knows that I love conversation. I particularly love to hear how God is working in someone’s life. I am moved when I hear accounts of an active and loving God intersecting with a broken and hurting humanity. So today, I want to tell you a story … Continue reading
I have a confession to make. I am a perfectionist. I have been as long as I can remember. I’m not sure where it stems from- probably my desire for control. Though it was sometimes helpful for getting good grades in school, it generally does me more harm than good. … Continue reading
I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. - Psalm 121:1-2 I’ve always loved Psalm 121. It’s a simple reminder that God is sovereign and He loves me. One of the best applications … Continue reading
