As a woman in middle age now, I’m often asked how I make it through life’s obstacles – what makes a marriage great – or how to best raise your kids in this culture. If I could only give one piece of advice it would be this: DON’T GIVE UP! That’s exactly what the enemy of our souls wants for …
Living in the Moment
Many times this summer I’ve found myself missing the younger years with my kids. I recently passed by a church that was in full Vacation Bible School (VBS) mode and fun memories came flooding through my mind. For years my kids attended two weeks of VBS. One at our home church where I volunteered and brought neighborhood kids along with …
What’s Tripping You Up?
Have you ever had one of those moments when you’re walking along and suddenly find yourself sprawled out on the ground? As we walk through life, there is an enemy of our souls who would love nothing more than to trip us up. Scripture warns us over and over again to be watchful, to be on our guard against the …
Fruitfulness in Every Season
If you’re like me, you have a particular season of the year that you like best. I am a summer girl at heart but the older I get, I am learning how to look for and enjoy the fruit each season has. Our part is to scatter seed and trust the Lord to make things grow in their time. Ask …
Remembering Freedom
On Memorial Day, our country took time to pause and honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. As my husband and I walked through a local cemetery, beautifully lined with flags, I was overcome with emotion as I reflected on my freedom – not only in America but in Jesus. The sacrifice Jesus made for humanity wasn’t just …
A Woman of Faith
My sister-in-law Cindy was a true woman of faith. Like many of us, she did not have the easiest life, but in the midst of her challenges, she exhibited amazing faith. Cindy lived a life that I believe could be added right into the Hebrews 11 hall of fame. By faith Cindy kept her eyes fixed on Jesus – without …
Boxed In or Free?
Trying to keep God in a box is like trying to bottle up the ocean. The enemy of our soul tries to box us in to keep us from experiencing our position of freedom in the Lord. Jesus didn’t die on the cross and rise from the grave to be confined. He conquered the grave so that we could be …
Fostering Healthy Friendships
I was in high school in the early 1980’s and attended my fair share of Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith concerts. They were infamous for ending their concerts with the song, Friends are Friends Forever, if the Lord’s the Lord of Them. Those of you who know me, know I spent my growing up years moving across the country …
Submission in Marriage
(Spoiler alert: I am giving away a great new book on marriage so make sure you read to the end!) I overheard my husband talking to our single, young adult children about marriage. Danny stated that aside from his decision to follow Jesus, marrying me was the most important choice he’s ever made. (I’m a blessed woman!) He went on …
Dragged Down or Lifted Up?
I lift up my eyes to the hills – where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1 I am in awe of the fact that God, who created the heavens and the earth, also has the hairs of our head numbered (Luke 12:7)! He knows every detail – …