Gratitude Even When It Hurts
This past week expressing gratitude has been weighing heavy on my heart. Truth is, I experienced a loss recently and the weariness is oh-so-heavy. But, what I know is … gratitude is a reflection and expression of our heart posture. A choice that requires us to look beyond ourselves and instead look at Who. And if we’re…
For I Know The Plans – Jeremiah 29:11
Recently my friend and I got together at this peaceful and God filled place! The kind with a quaint walking trail, endless natural beauty, and buildings that all are a reflection of Gods love. Truly a treasure I look forward to revisiting! We made our way to the area where the chapel sits. Oh-so-tranquil. Resting…
Where Will You Run?
Life is certain to bring forth hard times. None of us will escape challenging times that pull and stretch us beyond what feels humanly possible. When these trying seasons come, our faith can be tested. I am no stranger to hard times and this is how my journey began. My hands shook, my voice quivered…
Seasons
We encounter many seasons in our life don’t we? Not just the change in climate, but the seasons that bring forth shifts to our daily life. Some of these shifts are so welcomed and needed. And some just bring us to our knees. Change is inevitable and we all face different seasons where we need…
A Day To Remember
The year was 1982. The atmosphere was cold and snowy. The day, December 31. This was the day that a 13 year girl stood on her front porch and watched a 14 year boy trek through the neighbors wet-snowy grass. Their eyes locked, their cheeks blushed from ear to ear, and from that moment ……
Blessing In The Bruising
When I was younger I read the autobiography of Joni Eareckson Tada entitled, Joni. If you aren’t familiar with her, she dove into a shallow bay and became paralyzed from the shoulders down. Her story of faith is most definitely inspiring. I was much too young to fully and completely grasp all of her story…
Hush The Lies
This past year I stumbled and listened to the Enemy and the lies. Harsh lies that screamed, “You are not worthy. You are not loved. You will never be enough.” These lies led me straight into a pit! A dark and lonely pit. Added weight fell upon me with this ‘man-hole-like cover’ planted right…
Life-Ring
There’s a glow from the lamp softly illuminating the space in the room. I find my place in the cozy chair taking up space in the corner; curl my legs up tight and wrap myself in a blanket. A subtle pitter-patter of rain taps against the rooftop helps to erase the night silence. It’s 2…
Passing By
I witnessed something not too long ago that has taken me on a journey. A journey that has pointed me to Truth and opened my heart to a new outlook. This journey started with an ordinary day filled with my normal busy things. On my list was a quick dash to pick up some groceries. I…
Grace
Something has changed in my heart. I’m not quite sure how to describe it, (or that I like it?) but a shift has grabbed hold of me and enabled some boldness? to come forth. I have really never felt bold so it seems a bit strong when relating it to myself. So instead, I’m going to…