When Struggles Come When life’s struggles come, and yes, you’d better believe they will come, the number one focus must be to rely on truth. Truth can be challenging to uncover in this world, but God’s promises are always true. This I know and depend on. 10 Bible Verses to…
Sunday night I received the news that a longtime family friend went to be with Jesus. Although he was afflicted with a form of MPS, the same terminal disease as my daughter, Taylor, his passing was unexpected and unanticipated. His heavenly homegoing prompted my heart to share these 20 Bible verses…
Some days our minds have a difficult time understanding God’s plan. At least that’s true for me. I’m guessing it’s true for you too. We want so desperately to “get it all.” To see God’s plan for the future. To understand how it is all going to work out right…
While world peace is commonly quoted as a goal to pursue, discovering true personal peace must come first. Every person on the planet has good days and bad days, but if our hearts are at war with others in our homes or communities, how can we have a global impact?…
Suffering affects each and every one of us in this world. As a result of sin in the garden of Eden, mankind has endured physical labor, affliction, and heartache. Suffering is no respecter of persons.It’s easy to think “Why me?” But I’ve heard of many folks who ask instead “Why not…
Last week was the first week of summer break for the kids. Now I love my kids more than anything. Truly. But I’ll just be honest and tell you that less routine and more fun last week forced me to run to chocolate more than once. In fact, I moved…
As you may know, my daughter, Taylor, has a rare terminal illness, MPS. On Sunday, I felt especially blessed when I posted this photo and note: Our God is greater… Our God is stronger… Our God is Healer… Awesome in power. Taylor made it to#EasteratCypress ! First time to church since…
Not too long ago, one of our sweet readers was going through a very difficult time. When she wrote to me, I felt the loneliness dripping from her words and I wished that I could be there for her. Instead, I wrote a “Prayer for when I feel lonely” on…
Today I was a bit reminiscent of the Christmas lights. I know- they had to come down at some point. But it occurred to me that I don’t have many Valentine decorations and really, for the month of love, I could do better than my very plain mantel and bare…
Today I was thinking about all the excuses I’ve used in past years not to read my Bible. Honestly, I’m embarrassed when I think over them. “I just don’t have enough time.” Really? Did I have enough time to update my social media status? Then… Yeah, I know you get…
Emptiness is a difficult emotion to simply describe. It is that feeling you have not just when you are tired, but when you have given it everything you’ve got. Nothing remains, but it may not be from fatigue. When you feel empty, it’s like a piece of your soul is…
Not long ago, I explained to you that my husband and I had a difficult talk with our children about world affairs. When they ask questions, we want to be truthful with them, but at the same time, we don’t want them to be afraid. I shared this prayer for…
