I have a three-month-old puppy. He is as cute as can be, but he is also a rascal, as Yorkies tend to be. Every minute, he has the potential to get himself into trouble. He’s going through all the baby Yorkie experiences: teething, potty training, exploring and taking over his new territory, finding his voice, … Continue reading God Knows Best
Category: Christian Life
Celebrate the Faith-Building Anniversaries
Anniversaries are often cause for rejoicing: a 50th wedding anniversary, 40th year at a job, 15 years sober. These anniversaries are great to celebrate. Some anniversaries are not so easy to handle: death of a loved one, divorce, or other trauma. Of course, those are the anniversaries the enemy also targets to lure us into … Continue reading Celebrate the Faith-Building Anniversaries
Growing in Thankfulness
Thankfulness is a key to a peaceful life. As you grow in thankfulness, you will find it easier to cope with stressful situations. You’ll find more joy in everyday life. Thankfulness will help you be more forgiving and more in tune with God. Thankfulness is something you can choose to grow in your daily life. … Continue reading Growing in Thankfulness
After the Storm Passes
A storm came through last night. Thankfully, it wasn’t as bad as predicted. No severe damage. Lots of lightning, wind, rain. Pretty intense. Kept me from sleeping for a while. But it moved through quickly. What followed the storm is a beautiful spring day. It’s been stifling hot for May. The storm stirred up because … Continue reading After the Storm Passes
Pray First!
Why is it hard to remember the most basic thing? I’m talking about prayer. It should be as natural as breathing. But sometimes we forget. I spent the afternoon with some friends. Our mission: to safely move small fish from one pond to another. The former pond came with a house purchased by a friend … Continue reading Pray First!
A Hopeful Collision of Preparation and Opportunity
On a beautiful spring day, our Eagle Ranch ninth graders celebrated their last day of school. Some were graduating from the program and returning home. Others would attend the local high school in the fall. I would miss them terribly, but I was so proud of their accomplishments. Emotional healing and coping skills were the … Continue reading A Hopeful Collision of Preparation and Opportunity
When Doors Are Closed
Have you ever been in a season when it seemed like every door you knocked on stayed closed? Maybe you’re in that season right now. I certainly am. It often feels discouraging when every door seems to stay shut. You may think, Can I get one door to give way just a little? Let’s look … Continue reading When Doors Are Closed
Pray about Starting a Book Club
A year ago, a friend was reading through a book, Highly Sensitive. She reached out to a few highly sensitive friends and asked if we wanted to join her. The idea was to meet one night a week for six weeks. We’d read a few chapters at home, then meet to discuss. A year later, … Continue reading Pray about Starting a Book Club
Jesus Lights up the Room
Bible Verse Jesus said, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that … Continue reading Jesus Lights up the Room
God Gives a Much-Needed Tune-Up
I was feeling like everything was off. Couldn't seem to anchor myself, even though I kept telling God, "You're my anchor." Just couldn't seem to get my bearings. It's normal to feel this way after an upheaval, like having to walk out on a full-time job because the focus of the workplace has changed too … Continue reading God Gives a Much-Needed Tune-Up
Adventures with God 