Easter isn’t just a day—it’s a season, and for good reason. The first disciples didn’t grasp resurrection overnight, and neither do we. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or weary, linger in the Easter season. Wait. Watch. Jesus still meets us behind locked doors, on the shore, in our shame and confusion—with love that restores, guides, and never leaves.
On Being Human
For strong, independent women, frailties by definition don’t belong. Over the last number of years, however, I’ve found myself having to develop a sense of compassion for my own weaknesses. It has not been easy...
Isometric Spirituality
Over the last three months, I have felt the Lord’s invitation to slow down and push less. I feel like this down time was supposed to be free space for me, but it never really felt like that. It felt hard - like extreme effort and discipline. That brings to mind a memory from high … Continue reading Isometric Spirituality
The God Behind the Curtain
My 20-year Pain Anniversary This month marks the 20-year anniversary of my journey with back pain. It began on September 11, 2003. I was 28 years old. Young and active, a brand new pastor’s wife in a brand new city, with 2 babies depending on me, my back locked up and stayed there. It never … Continue reading The God Behind the Curtain
Letting My Wings Dry
I’ve been quiet for a long time. If I was to be slightly more honest than that, I’d tell you that I’ve been more than just quiet: I’ve been hiding. I don’t love having that reality as part of my story. I never had been one to shy away from a challenge, people, the world, … Continue reading Letting My Wings Dry
Reflections on God, Faith, and Promises
Exactly five years and three months ago, I believed God for something impossible. It wasn’t a promise directly out of Scripture (though it was surrounded by Scripture reading and covered in prayer). This was more like a promise whispered from God's Spirit to mine. To tell you the truth, I wasn’t quite sure I was … Continue reading Reflections on God, Faith, and Promises
The Lord is not slow. Say what?
Does anyone remember the famous line from the 1980’s sitcom Different Strokes? Something doesn’t compute with Arnold Jackson. This little boy tilts his head, scrunches up his face, and makes his confusion known. Say it with me: “Whatchoo talkin’ ’bout Willis?” I had a moment like that recently. In my prayer time, I was asking … Continue reading The Lord is not slow. Say what?
Noticing the Schemes of the Accuser
This morning I had to wake up early. That’s not completely unusual for me, but today it was my responsibility to drive my daughter to school. While this isn’t that big of a deal, it did mean that the time I usually have to myself first thing in the morning was reallocated. I’m used to … Continue reading Noticing the Schemes of the Accuser
Hard Days, Good Things
Many days I find myself working toward the picture of a fabulous life that is in my head. It has pieces in it like my children settled into their lives and relationships and living out of their identity in Jesus without fear or struggle; a relationship with my husband that is encouraging, supportive, comforting, effortless, … Continue reading Hard Days, Good Things
Early Christmas This Year?
I finally gave in to my girls’ requests to put up the Christmas tree. They’ve been asking since our first cold day in October. Now, I like Christmas lights and wonder as much as the next person, but I know myself. The extra excitement and clutter really wear thin for me after about a month. … Continue reading Early Christmas This Year?
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