Why does the Bible tell us to fix our eyes on Jesus? There is so much despair in the world, if you stare at it too long, you will be swallowed by its grief. All you have to do is glance at the headlines and you begin to feel overwhelmed by the sadness they bring. You try [...]
Face to Face
Recently I had the honor of speaking at a women’s retreat. I’m not a stranger to public speaking, but have never spoken at a retreat where I’m THE speaker. In fact, I was completely shocked by the invitation. I even recommended others in my place. I just didn’t feel qualified to represent Jesus in that way. [...]
Who Do You Say I Am?
One day Jesus asks Peter, “Who do you say I am?” Although the Bible doesn’t describe the setting, I imagine Jesus and the disciples hanging out one evening after a long day of miracles and ministry. I imagine Jesus peering curiously at Peter as he asks the question. Maybe the other disciples were close by, and [...]
The River
A few years ago, before I was a Christian, my husband and I were going through a really hard time after losing our jobs only a year apart. The world we had so carefully built came crashing down around us. The dreams that were once ignited by ambition, crashed into the wreckage of failure. I know that [...]
The Lost and Found
She tossed and turned all night. She couldn’t stop dreaming the same dream. It was like a movie, except it felt real. She had an emotional connection to the dream that wouldn’t let her go. There was a long dark hallway that seemed to go on forever. The only light came from somewhere at the [...]
My BFF
He doesn’t have to actually do anything; just knowing He’s there makes me feel special. He’s the one I run to when I’m weak. He’s the one I run to with my good news. He’s the one I vent to when I’m overwhelmed and rattled. I never feel like I’m taking too much of His [...]
I’m Not Qualified!
Recently God gave me a beautiful opportunity to work for His Kingdom. I was asked by a women’s ministry in a nearby town to be the guest speaker at a weekend retreat in Lake Tahoe. I have written about my struggle to feel worthy when God gives me an opportunity, but I’m still here working [...]
Over the Moon
Here I sit contemplating the vast power of God, the limitlessness of His character, and the depth of His perfect love. He is the Creator of ALL we know and don’t know. He hung the moon in the sky and tossed the stars like diamonds into the velvet night. He made the oceans, the mountains, and the [...]
Attitude of Gratitude
I am filled with gratitude this Christmas season. I am also reminded that gratitude should live in my every thought, not just in a season. On Thanksgiving day I put out a basket of blank index cards and asked family members to write something they were thankful for on each one. I encouraged them to [...]
Great Expectations
In my last post I wrote about the challenge of balancing faith, family and career. It’s not easy. I recently re-entered the workforce full time, and have struggled with keeping my peace in the midst of this juggling act. I have found myself bringing my work home with me, at least in my [...]