When Jesus invited us to pray, “Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10), what was He getting at? Jesus talked about His kingdom a lot. He said things like… “Blessed are … Read More
The other night we had a few of our grandsons over for dinner. Gathered around spaghetti and brownies, we had a conversation about prayer. Two of the little guys, both age 7, reflected on prayer being something you do at … Read More
Happy New Year, Friends! (Cue the fireworks and confetti!) As we enter 2023, I’ve been thinking about you. I wonder what you’re hoping for this year. What are your dreams and desires? What are your fears or anxieties as you … Read More
Recently I was wrestling with a decision, and I wrote in my journal, “Oh Lord, I need wisdom!” Ever been there? I’m guessing you have. James, the brother of Jesus, wrote, “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask … Read More
As we enter this New Year, dear friends, I want you to know I’m praying for you! I have dedicated this blog post to 5 blessings I am praying for you as you enter 2022. How do I know these … Read More
In this season, anxiety seems to be all around us. It’s almost as if you can feel it in the air. Worry, fear, and depression are on the rise as the pandemic continues and morphs. We long for peace, but … Read More
Yesterday, a dear friend and I went for a hike and spent some time praying together. As we climbed the mountain, we were talking about all the opinions out there right now. It seems as though people are more polarized … Read More
This past week, our hearts have been broken as we’ve watched the news and all that’s going on in Afghanistan. The terrorist attack by the airport gate resulting in US military dying and many others who were trying to flee … Read More
As parents, grandparents, Aunts and Uncles… we are our kids’ biggest prayer warriors. What a holy privilege! As I’ve been thinking about this and considering the fact that so many kids are headed back to school in just a few … Read More
The other morning, I read these words in the book of Proverbs, “I am weary, God, but I can prevail” (Proverbs 30:1b). As I read those verses, my mind went to several friends I know who are walking through dark … Read More
