Sometimes, we can get in a funk, am I right? Our emotions get wonky, with peaks of joy and valleys of despair. And we might find ourselves feeling weary, discouraged, and needing a spiritual pick-me-up. …
Encouragement
Beyond Expectations | Embracing Grace and Kindness
I’ve been thinking a lot about grace lately. Not just the grace that God showers upon us but the grace we extend to ourselves. It’s a concept that often feels elusive, especially when I’m in …
Praising God in the Valley (Anyway) | An Anchor of Hope
I’ve been a believer for many years. Still, it wasn’t until I was faced with the relentless onslaught of chronic illnesses that I truly experienced the depths of God’s love and the power of His …
Beyond the Fence | The Grass Isn’t Always Greener
I used to be a classic teenager – headstrong, impulsive and convinced I knew better than everyone else. My dad, a man of wisdom and patience (most of the time), would often try to steer …
Praying in Jesus’ Name | A Bridge to Hearts Near and Far
The Strength in His Name: Interceding for Loved Ones and a World Unknown Prayer – a powerful conversation, a direct line to the divine. But have you ever wondered what it truly means to pray …
Sunday School Tears | Examining the Story of Lot’s Wife as Adults
The human mind is a funny thing. It holds onto certain memories with surprising tenacity, and sometimes, those memories aren’t always sunshine and rainbows. For many of us raised in Church, the story of Lot’s …
From Whining to Worship | A Summer Lesson in Gratitude
Let’s face it, life throws discomfort our way. We huddle under a blasting AC while simultaneously yearning for a cool breeze. Summer sun turns our living rooms into saunas, and winter wind chills us to …
Silence the Liar | Breathe Again
The Suffocating Liar Fear. It’s a primal emotion, a built-in alarm system that can keep us safe from danger. But sometimes, fear overstays its welcome. It morphs from a helpful nudge into a suffocating grip, …
Graceful Grit | Overcoming Obstacles
As we journey through life, we often encounter obstacles that seem impossible. These obstacles can take various forms, such as health challenges, financial struggles, or relationship difficulties. As aging Christian women, it’s important to remember …
When You Wake Up Feeling Yucky | Off-Kilter but Onward
Today, I woke up feeling a bit off. It wasn’t a specific ailment or a precise emotional state, just a general feeling of “yuckiness.” Have you ever had one of those days? Where everything seems …
The Giggles of Grace | Soft Tissues & Smiling Jesus
Have you ever noticed how a young child runs? It’s not a jog, not a walk – it’s a full-on, arms-pumping, unrestrained sprint! They don’t worry about how their hair looks or if their socks …
More Than Feathers | The Melody That Moved Me
Let’s be honest, birds can be a bit…well, loud. Especially at dawn when they seem determined to wake the entire neighborhood with their enthusiastic chirps. I wouldn’t call myself a “bird person.” While I appreciate …