What God Says When We Can’t Do It All


Faith

Do you feel like you should be able to do it all but keep finding out you can’t? God has something to say when we can’t do it all. Some days make it abundantly clear that I can’t do it all, leaving me on my knees praying to God for help. Chaos. Chaos describes this morning […]

June 1, 2018

Claiming God’s Promises When Prayer Is Answered In A Different Way Than We Hoped


Faith

After praying for our son to be healed from life-threatening food allergies for 6 years, God answered our prayer in a different way than we hoped. Now what? Our Prayers Last Wednesday, our son had an allergic reaction to peanut butter. Peanut butter we gave him, knowing he may have a reaction. What? Let’s backup […]

November 9, 2017

Alone In A Crowded Room – Purposeful Steps When Struggling With Loneliness


Faith

Loneliness happens often when we’re surrounded by good people. These purposeful steps can help us in the mist of loneliness. For much of my adult life, I’ve struggled with loneliness. I’m surrounded by people – good people. But often I stand in a crowded room and feel unseen, and alone. I don’t have a fool-proof cure […]

October 6, 2017

Teaching Kids About Grace


Faith, Family

Grace is best taught to our kids by example. We show grace, but the most valuable lessons are often taught by sharing our own need for God’s grace.

August 28, 2017

An Accident – No Longer A Slave To Fear


Faith

Today I am sharing the story of a recent accident involving an Epi-Pen for two reasons: to raise awareness of Epi-Pen safety, and to share how God’s faithfulness and presence gave tangible peace and help in a scary situation. The Accident Yesterday was a normal summer day. The kids and I got up, ate breakfast […]

July 11, 2017