Breaking the fallow ground, sowing with seed, bursting with fruit.
*An unfinished version of this post was accidentally published and emailed to followers in the middle of the night. This is the finished version. I hope you enjoy.* So anyone who becomes as humble as this little child is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Matthew 18:4 NLT As a mom who’s raised three … Continue reading Humble Like Children
As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace. 1 Peter 4:10 Why am I really here? What is my true purpose in life? Is this all there is, or did I miss something? If I missed it, then what do I do now? Is … Continue reading Fan the Flame of God’s Gifts
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4. Stepping into the University coffee shop this morning for my grande sugar-free iced latte, I overheard two young women discussing, “how great God’s love is for us!” One of them spoke in animated tones about this topic from one of yesterday’s lectures. She was so … Continue reading Take Up the Fight: Standing in the Way of the Wolf
I had only heard about You before, but now my eyes have seen You. Job 42:5. Burnout changed my life. Well, what Christ did for me through burnout changed my life. It defined my life… created this life I now live. What I went through was devastating, and I pray you never have to experience it, … Continue reading Burned Out
artist It has been quite a summer! These weeks usually fly by for our active family of five, but it feels like this summer break started six months ago. We had one trip planned for the summer--a long weekend in San Antonio to celebrate an anniversary, a birthday, and our son's marching band performance. We … Continue reading God IS Moving
You will be called by a new name that the mouth of the LORD will bestow. Isaiah 62:2. I love the story of Mephibosheth, told throughout the second book of Samuel in the Old Testament. Mephibosheth was lame in both his feet. Many years ago, when I was learning to have a right relationship with … Continue reading What’s Your Name?
In His hand is the life of every living thing and the breath of all mankind. Job 12:10. King David wanted to build a house for God. The Ark of God had been returned to Jerusalem, the king had finally settled in his palace, and the Lord had given him rest from all his enemies. David … Continue reading Letting Go of Outcomes
Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in unity! Psalm 133:1. My husband and I have been married for almost 28 years. Before we began dating, it just so happened that we both separately decided to stop dating altogether. My husband says he felt like he didn't know what he was … Continue reading Letting Go of Others
Our God is in the heavens; He does all that He pleases. Psalm 115:3. I am typing away on a Saturday morning, relaxing at a random university table while waiting for my daughter to perform her Humorous Duet at a state Speech & Debate competition. I just happen to work at this university, so it’s … Continue reading Letting Go
A bruised reed He will not break... Isaiah 42:3. “A bruised reed He will not break, and a faintly burning wick He will not quench; He will faithfully bring forth justice.” Isaiah 42:3 ESV We live among bruised reeds. We rub shoulders with them every day, but do not notice them until they inadvertently show … Continue reading A Bruised Reed…
Broken & Sown 