It’s no secret that we live in a self-focused world. All you have to do is go on social media, turn on the tv, or drive down the interstate and look at billboards. The world tells us that life is all about us. Our days should be spent focused on
Proverbs 31 is one of the beautiful places in scripture that illuminates our special, distinct purpose as women handmade by God. As a woman in relationship with the Lord, the way we do live and care for others is set apart. Our work can be full of gratitude and unto
I have one hidden deep, dark desire, and I am going to share it with you. This is really embarrassing! However, James 5:16 tells us to confess our sins to one another and pray for one another so that we may be healed. So…no more hiding! I have been going
As believers, we have been given gifts of the Holy Spirit to be used to edify and strengthen the church. But many times, we are tempted to compare our gifts to others or to want to make our calling all about us. God, however, called us to obedience. He wants
There’s nothing like stepping into something new to remind you of your own inadequacy. I remember when I got my first big promotion to Communications Director, I was excited but overwhelmed. I kicked into perfectionist mode. My days were long. My emails were never-ending, and I tried to make sure
The Power Behind Purpose On my night stand right now there is a cellphone. It’s about the size of my hand and fits perfectly into my back pocket. It has a gold, sparkly case and one of those cute little beaded keychains attached to the bottom for hanging on my
Every year at Christmastime, I ask for a new planner. I love to organize my days and have everything neatly laid out. This is especially important as my husband and I have had a child this year. It has joyfully added a new layer of appointments, play dates, and family
Have you ever heard the saying, “every yes you say is a no to something else”? I was recently reminded of a time in college when I was overbooked, stressed out, and constantly exhausted. My schedule was packed every night of the week and every weekend. I tried to sabbath
I read her Facebook post and paused to consider my mortality. A dear college friend had sat in a doctor’s office that day and heard words that shifted her perspective: “Your days are numbered.” As she shared her recent diagnosis, she asked us to pray that she would know how
One of my simple pleasures in life is watching tv shows about police officers and firefighters. It amazes me that there are people who willingly choose to run into burning buildings or step into danger to protect others. I think what I like is that there is a resolution to