Recently, I’ve talked with many who feel overwhelmed either by life circumstances, the busyness of life, or their own health. Maybe that’s you. You feel weary and undone. You wonder if you’re making progress because nothing in your world is … Read More
There have often been seasons in my life when the answers to my prayers didn’t make sense. To make matters worse, God hasn’t offered an explanation. He’s just invited me to trust. However, trusting God isn’t always easy. I remember … Read More
We’ve all been there, those moments when a project feels too hard, or a relationship feels too challenging, or the problem we’re trying to solve feels too overwhelming. In those moments, we’re tempted to quit. Sometimes, it’s okay to quit. … Read More
Labor Day weekend in Colorado Springs is amazingly fun! There’s an airshow with “jumpers” from the Air Force. We have the Labor Day Lift Off where thousands of hot air balloons fill the sky. It is truly an amazing sight … Read More
Steve and I belong to a gym. Please be impressed! When I go, I do some cardio and call it good. However, I am very aware that I need to strengthen my core. Sit-ups, planks… all the things. Ugh. Those … Read More
We’ve all been there. Those moments we’ve said things and then wished immediately we could take the words back. The Old Testament book of Proverbs has quite a bit to say about our tongues. Solomon wrote, “Those who guard their … Read More
The stores are stocked with school supplies and kids are ready to go back. Some are anxious, and some are excited. Even if you don’t have kids, you likely have nieces or nephews, neighborhood children, or grandchildren. I happen to … Read More
Several of our grandchildren have taken swim lessons. One skill that every swim instructor has taught the kids is how to float on their backs. This felt scary to a few of our kiddos and when they were put on … Read More
This past week, I was reading a bit from the writings of the Quaker Thomas Kelly. He lived between 1893-1941 and his writings are profound. When he was a student at Haverford, he spoke confidently to the professor, saying, “I’m … Read More
Psalm 18 has been one of my favorites for years. When I come to this Psalm in my daily Bible reading, I love to slow down and take the time to luxuriate in the richness of the promises tucked all … Read More
