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…
Family was God’s idea—He’s a family man at heart. This section is all about embracing the ups, downs, and everyday moments of doing life together. With biblical truth, personal stories, and a lot of grace, we explore how to love well, grow strong, and reflect God’s heart at home.
Four-Color Pens, Only for the Uber-Cool
I thought about four-color pens today. Let me tell you a story about them. When my youngest daughter, Andreya, was 10 years old, she was busy as an online student…
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Learning How to Cross-Country Ski, Operation Face-Plant
Everyone has a story. Mine isn’t more remarkable than anyone else’s but just for the sake of background, I’ll fill you in. I am a first-generation Finn. My parents, both…
A Prepared Place
Today, I am delighted to share a guest post from my friend Debbie Troquille. Debbie graciously agreed to contribute her article, A Prepared Place, to A Cultural Shift. We have…
It’s Never Over Until It’s Over
The following post was originally written three years ago. I’ve moved from studying one language (Tsetswana) to preparing to study another (Afrikaans). Learning, it’s never over is it? It’s never…
Red Shoes and Swords
My oldest son celebrated his birthday not long ago, and I found myself feeling nostalgic as I thought about his childhood. He was a busy boy, always moving, always determined.…
It Still Seems Like Yesterday but It’s Not Yet Tomorrow
Grief has no rules or timeline. I wrote this post just before my father’s passing nearly two years ago. And yet, the grief still lingers. It still seems like yesterday.…
Why Family Still Matters
Healthy families build healthy churches. Strong homes provide stability for children and communities. When families learn to walk with God together, they reflect something beautiful about Him that we often forget: He is a Father first.
The Water Is Off Today and My Nails Are Unpolished
The water is off today. I thought I had prepared for the usual water cut by setting the timer on my washer. Sad fact: I had that washer for over…
I Got Lost When I Didn’t Stay Close
Have you ever been scared? So scared that you couldn’t find your voice? I have! Many years ago, when I was a child, I got lost in the woods near…