I started this blog/book with a story about letting go of expectations, the story of how I dealt with the loss of a church I loved. That experience was the catalyst behind what you’ve been reading. I knew that letting go of expectations meant that I needed to trust Jesus with all of my heart. I wasn’t sure I did, so I decided to learn as much as I could about what it means to trust God and how to do it.
Read moreThe Author and Finisher: from blank to beautiful
Facing the computer, blank screen in front of me, silently, I will the words to come forth. Nothing happens until my fingers hit the keyboard. Even then, with that first tap, tap, on the keys, I have little idea of where these words are going. I only know that I want to create something beautiful. I must start somewhere. God help me, I pray.
Read moreYou've Never Failed and You Won't Stop Now
Once again, I’m pulling a line from that beautiful song, Oceans (where feet may fail), by Hillsong United, to focus on, as I write about trusting God. He’s never failed. Who can say that, but God?
Read more5 More Ways that God Shows His Unfailing Faithfulness
A few days ago, I shared Five Ways that God Shows His Unfailing Faithfulness. Today I’m continuing that essay with five more examples. I’m sure this is not an exhaustive list, but I hope that it will serve as an encouragement to you. God is trustworthy and faithful. Here are some reasons why:
Read moreFaith and Culture 2015- What I Learned
I really want to get back to the book writing, and I will, with a blog post on Thursday titled 5 More Ways that God shows his Unfailing Faithfulness, a continuation of this post from last week. I’ve been off topic lately, sharing some other writing I’ve had in my files. It was spring break for my kids and I went to a writing conference- so life has been busy.
Read moreAre we Overvalued by God?
Parents who overvalue their children are more likely to raise narcissists. That’s the finding of a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science. I don’t think any parent, myself included, wants to raise a narcissist. The headline got my attention.
No, I thought, that’s not right. I’m pretty sure that I’m overvalued by my heavenly Father- and he’s knows what he’s doing.
Read moreHer Smile: parenting through the hard stuff
That first real smile from a baby is one of those precious gifts that elicit feelings of pure joy upon the lucky receiver. It’s often followed by the craziest of antics of the silliest sort of baby talk, regardless of how dignified said receiver is under normal circumstances, all in order to get another smile from the baby. And the first laugh? That can send many loving caregivers over the moon with happiness! Of course, a baby’s smile or laugh is adorable, and all but the grumpiest of people can’t help but smile back when they gaze upon a happy baby.
Read more5 Ways God shows his Unfailing Faithfulness
God is unfailing in his faithfulness. He shows that in so many beautiful ways. I’ve shared several personal stories about how he has shown himself in my life. He is a personal God, who makes himself known to anyone who asks, but he also shows his faithfulness in big picture ways. His faithfulness extends to all of his creation, and that’s what I want to focus on now. This is not a comprehensive list- but here are five ways that God shows his faithfulness.
Read moreWhat I Learned in March
Just for fun, I'm joining in with Emily of Chatting at the Sky for a link-up called What I Learned. This is a mix of treasures that I picked up along the way this month.
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