This morning, my son said, "Mom, remember at the old house, there were stray cats?" He was only 4 years old when we lived at our previous house. I stopped, and I did remember. It was such an innocent comment, yet it reminded me how far God has brought us in 4 years. At the… Continue reading A Rich Life
Only One Standard Matters
Do you ever look at other Christians and think wow, they are so perfect, how could I be like that? Or, on the other side, do you look at other Christians and think wow, I can't believe all the things wrong with them, how can they call themselves Christians? I am probably in the latter… Continue reading Only One Standard Matters
Lift Me Out of This Slimy Pit
I went to bed too late last night, and I woke up to a rainy, cold morning. I woke my kids up, helped them get ready and walked them to the bus stop. I don't know if it was the chilly damp morning or not enough sleep, but I felt like crawling back into bed… Continue reading Lift Me Out of This Slimy Pit
Trusting God with the Outcome
Have you ever wondered what work you are called to do? I often wonder if I am listening to the Lord and doing his work or trying to do my own thing. When I am listening to the Lord, I have to slow down, pray and wait and move forward taking steps, not sure where… Continue reading Trusting God with the Outcome
Pray Your Worries Away
I have been reading the bible each morning. It so easy to find an excuse not to read the bible or not to exercise, and I am guilty on both counts. After I battle all the excuses, and exercise, I feel great for the rest of the day. I have more energy and a positive… Continue reading Pray Your Worries Away
Not Qualified, Yet Still Chosen
I have been reading about Saul and his conversion over the past few days. I have been wondering why God calls such unqualified people to serve him. "God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong". You may feel unqualified… Continue reading Not Qualified, Yet Still Chosen
Shock Value
People love to hear a shocking new scandal. A scandal will catch the attention of friends and neighbors and gossip will be shared pondering what could have possibly happened. It is hard to surprise anyone, with the incessant social media posts, tweets and photos. It seems like we always hear about the bad, shocking news… Continue reading Shock Value
God Selects His “Instruments”
Lately, I have been wondering what the Lord has planned for me. My kids are both in school full time this year. After being a stay-at-home mom for 3 years, I am wondering if I should go back to work. Or, perhaps I should take a path that I have not even considered yet. I… Continue reading God Selects His “Instruments”
Change Can Be Beautiful
Today, I was looking at the beautiful golden, orange and red leaves falling off the tree and scattered on the grass and sidewalk. Fall foliage is beautiful. I thought about how amazing God is to create such beauty through change. The leaves fall off, so new leaves can grow in the Spring, after a season… Continue reading Change Can Be Beautiful
Purpose
My daughter started school full time this Fall. I left my job three years ago, to be a stay at home mom. I do not regret my decision for a minute. When I went to the parent teacher conferences last week, I was so happy to hear good reports. After three years, my kids are… Continue reading Purpose
Embrace This Beautiful Life 