Two of our little grandkids are in speech therapy. Honestly sometimes I feel like I need speech therapy too! What about you? Does your tongue ever get you in trouble? I know—mine too! The wise writer of Proverbs wrote, “The … Read More
You know “mayhem moments.” The kids are fighting, dinner is burning, deadlines are pressuring, and chaos is reigning. Maybe your mayhem is the trials surrounding you on every side—conflict, health issues, or financial pressures. I’ve got good news for you. … Read More
Recently, I was thinking about a person I admire who is steady, secure, and solid as a rock. It’s not that Carol doesn’t have emotions – she does. It’s that no matter what life throws at her, her faith remains … Read More
Steve and I have just spent the last week and a half in Naples, Florida. It’s been a gift to rest, write, pray, and reflect for extended periods of time—all to simply enjoy God’s presence. Each night we took … Read More
Looking back through my prayer journal, I can’t even begin to tell you the number of times I have cried out for wisdom! I’m guessing that your prayer journal looks similar. Daniel also needed wisdom. The king had asked for … Read More
Yesterday, I had the privilege of speaking at my home church from, Mark 5: 21-43. In case you’re unfamiliar, it’s the story of Jairus and the bleeding woman. Both were desperate for a healing encounter with Jesus. Both came to … Read More
Like many of you, I sat in complete horror watching CNN’s reporting on the earthquake that hit Oklahoma City yesterday afternoon. So many children lost. Hundreds of miles away my heart couldn’t begin to process the images I was seeing. … Read More
Week 12 LiveIn The Spirit Fix your desire upon this divine, wondrous grace: “I will dwell in them.” Andrew Murray Introduction: This is the last week of our study together. Thanks so much for participating! My prayer for you is … Read More
Week 11 Say Thanks Grace and gratitude belong together – like heaven and earth. Graceevokes gratitude like the voice an echo. Gratitude follows grace as thunder follows lightening. Karl Barth Introduction: Recently, I read Ann Voscamp’s book One Thousand Gifts. … Read More
