Birthday Parties and the Call
When my children were growing up, I planned birthday parties for them. They weren’t elaborate. Just the normal kind: invite your friends over, play a few games, and have cake…
Faith isn’t a magic button you press to get what you want—it’s the steady ground we live on, even when life gets messy. This section dives into what real faith looks like: trust, struggle, growth, and hope that sticks around long after the easy days. If you’re ready for faith that’s real and lasting, you’re in the right place.
There’s Something About Faith
There’s something about faith that I can’t describe. Some think faith is like a lever we pull to get what we want. Others think that it’s a name tag we…
I’m Happy
I'm happy. The fact that I can say that, despite everything demanding my attention around me, still amazes me. There are so many proverbial frying pans on the fire that…
For Those Who Come After: The Long Race of Faith
I've been a pastor's wife, a teacher, and a missionary for about forty years. Looking back, it's easy to forget that I didn't start out knowing what to expect from…
25¢ Bubble Gum Prayers
Bubble gum machines, or gumball machines, take your pick, were a thing of wonder to me. As a little kid, I lived for our weekly trip to the grocery store,…
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You Have to Win a Battle to Declare Victory
I wrote a post not long ago about facing the fire. The fires of life can burn hard. In the past, I wasn’t good at owning up to what it…
I tried to take a picture of the moon
I tried to take a picture of the moon tonight. It looked so beautiful with a star shining underneath, I wondered if I could capture it and share it. Unfortunately,…
Fundraising and Faith, Finding the Right Balance
I said in a recent post that my husband and I are not good fundraisers. Fundraising and faith should be taught as a class for missionaries. Logic says that living…
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Introducing a most unusual read
For all the newcomers, I would like to take a moment to welcome you to A Cultural Shift, a most unusual blog. I hope the content encourages you to explore…