Hey there, grieving heart, I see you.I know you by sight and by feel and by smell. I have held you shaking in my arms, salty tears streaming down my …
late wine
On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. …
young souls know the kingdom ways
My daughter looks up at me and her eyes positively sparkle like the night sky on Independence Day. She smiles big and tells me she wants to be just …
learning new songs in the wilderness of motherhood
Therefore I am now going to allure her;I will lead her into the desertand speak tenderly to her.There I will give her back her vineyards,and will make …
our most pressing destiny
I sat on the sofa today reading a children's bible story to the Lady.Joseph. Dreamer. Favored one. Slave. Favored. Prisoner. Mighty savior.He wore …
god is not a lesson to be learned
There are a million ways to do this Jesus thing wrong.Prodigals, perfectionists, hypocrites, know-it-alls, sloppy grace guzzlers, stumbling cynics; we …
what’s a pastors wife to do when she isn’t too keen on God’s will?
This thing called life is akin to a trip to the fairgrounds. Bright lights, thrilling beauty, throngs of people seeking purpose and prizes, it's …
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eight years of healing
Eight years ago today, Boy 3 was born a little early into our world and we named him Jase, which means "healer". The night before his lungs first …
the case against perfection
"But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him …
a perfect shame
Today, Mr. Fantastic and I saw our friend on the corner with a cardboard sign in her hand. It's been a long time since we saw her out on the streets. …
a different view of love
But the Lord said to Samuel, “Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. …
two out of three
A week without children and I am full of gifts from God, simple blessings, quiet moments, and beautiful thoughts.I have exercised my body and …
