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 …
Jesus & Faith
Unlearning the World | A Deconstruction of Sorts
Deconstructing Our Worldly Selves Have you ever stopped to consider the beautiful paradox presented in John 17:15? Jesus prays to the Father, saying, “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, …
Loving Well | Boundaries and the Christian Heart
Setting Boundaries with a Christian Heart As Christian women, we’re often called to be givers, nurturers, and sources of strength for those around us. But what happens when this call leads to emotional exhaustion, resentment, …
Strong Like a Willow + 9 Ways To Cultivate Willow-Like Faith
Lost in childhood memories, I found myself picturing the old weeping willow by our crick. I used to swing on its thick, hanging vines, feeling carefree and exhilarated. My mind conjures images of my parents …
Is Fear & Worry A Sin? | Replacing Worry with Trust in God
Let’s be honest— Fear, worry, and anxiety are unwelcome guests that tend to show up at the most inconvenient times. Recently, I came across an article suggesting these emotions are actually sins. This got me …
Valiant and Virtuous | Celebrating Single Women of the Bible
Called and Single Singleness can be a challenging yet rewarding season in life. Society often emphasizes marriage and relationships, and navigating this path can sometimes feel isolating. However, the Bible offers a powerful message of …
Finding Strength in Vulnerability | The Story of a Healing Cry
You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book. Psalm 56:8— NLT Have you ever been minding your own business, …
Clothed in Grace | Shedding the Garments of Shame
Imagine being draped in shadows, where whispers of past mistakes echo endlessly and burdens of guilt weigh us down like chains. This, sadly, is the reality many face, bound by the crippling grip of shame …
Unwrapping the Nativity | Exploring the Symbols and Significance of Jesus’ Birthplace
Several years ago, I took part in a captivating Bible study titled “The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi” by Kathie Lee Gifford and Rabbi Jason Sobel. The tagline perfectly captures the essence: “Come to …
In A Cradle Of Stardust
The stable was a symphony of snuffles and gentle whinnies. Mary, swaddled in borrowed furs, watched the tiny chest beneath her blanket rise and fall with the rhythm of a hummingbird’s wings. Jesus, barely a …
Finding Light in the Darkness | Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder with Jesus
“I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet …
Meditate on Scripture by Breaking It Down into Phrases
One of the best ways to meditate on Scripture is to break it down into phrases and detail the meaning. This can help you to better understand the text and to apply it to your …