When I was a little girl, my parents would leave a trail of jelly beans from my bedroom door to the Easter basket on the fire place. It was magical to me; the idea of surprises after a night of sleep, wonderful goodies to bring me joy. Although the jelly bean trails ended after aContinue reading “Resurrection Monday”
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To Be A Woman
To you, there is no limit. Not because you have it all, or because you have nothing to lose. There is a boundless opportunity to seize greatness because the Greatest loves you. Before stepping out in faith, step into the woman your Creator calls you to. He knows your name. And He calls you byContinue reading “To Be A Woman”
Devotion & Triumph: His Girl
“This is how we make important changes–barely, poorly, slowly. And still, He raises His fist in triumph.” – Anne Lamott, Small Victories I used to believe that faith in Christ, having a relationship with God, was something that crashed over us in a massive wave. An incredibly loud, huge moment in time where a flash ofContinue reading “Devotion & Triumph: His Girl”
Let It Be Well
I want the path I leave behind me to pave the way before my boys. I yelled at them something harsh the other night. I raised my voice because I love them too much and I get angry too easily. I asked for their forgiveness soon after, and they were quick. Forgiving. I hope we’reContinue reading “Let It Be Well”
The Student
When I got married nearly five years ago, I thought I had a bit of an idea of how life was going to play out. If you know me, if you know our story, you know that it certainly didn’t go as I had “planned”, but that’s not such a bad thing. I’ve spent aContinue reading “The Student”
Riches: The Present
It’s been a while since I’ve written. It’s been a while since I have looked life in the face and considered where to begin when it comes to sharing with you all. Being a writer is weird at times. There is never a moment when I’m not considering my written word. Compelled. Convicted. Humbled. IfContinue reading “Riches: The Present”
Unforced Rhythms of Grace
Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me–watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting onContinue reading “Unforced Rhythms of Grace”