I’ve been thinking about peace quite a bit lately. I’m probably so obsessed with peace because my life is so wild. As I write this we are traveling. First Nebraska, then England and then Kenya, Africa! Wow! What a … Read More
I have always wanted to be a prayer warrior but because I am a highly energetic, sometimes ADD type person, it was a bit challenging. I used to read books by great heroes of the faith who spent hours on … Read More
Have you ever noticed that people who are content with life have a contagious positivity? They seem to have a deep well of joy and an undercurrent of peace running through their souls. What’s their secret? I believe contentment begins … Read More
Recently, Steve and I were able to spend a day with his parents in South Carolina. They’ve been incredible about collecting photographs and creating photo albums for each of their four sons and families. As we spent the day together … Read More
In our lives, we bristle against loneliness. We avoid it at all costs. Yet many of us are experiencing soul weariness. In Psalm 84, the sons of Korah link our soul weariness to our ache for God: “My soul … Read More
I am a firm believer in praying Scripture. I learned the practice years ago as a college student, and I have continued to use Scripture in my prayers through my adult life. The Lord’s Prayer is one of … Read More
Current events have been pretty dark lately. The new abortion law in New York, growing concerns over North Korea and Iran, and the global refugee crisis – to mention just a few. How do we as followers of Jesus hang … Read More
As I write this, Steve and I are traveling around Florida visiting friends of Reach Beyond. Our appointments have been wonderful. We’ve met with people who inspire me. A commonality among the people we’ve met is that they have all … Read More
This past week I had the opportunity to give a devotional on the power of blessing others. I’ve been thinking about blessing ever since. Just this morning in the airport, I was reminded of just how badly people need blessing. … Read More
The snow is falling outside, and I’m snuggled inside luxuriating in the Old Testament book of Isaiah. As I’ve been leisurely reading through this amazing book of God’s Word, I’ve been writing down the various promises written by Isaiah. … Read More
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