Let’s Keep Walking
I am the jack of all trades and the master of none when it comes to working out. In 7th grade, I decided it was a good idea to join…
Relationships take time. What we put in is what we will get out of our relationships. Relationships also take effort from both parties. God is always ready to put in the effort; in fact, He already has put in the effort to have a relationship with us. He is waiting for us to respond to Him. Growing in relationship with God simply means putting in the effort to get to know Him.
Less Is More, How to End Well
It's nice when someone anticipates our needs or wants. They remember you like your coffee a certain way or heard you when you said, "I just want to sleep in today." When you have those kinds of people in your life, who notice you and hear you without you having to announce, "Listen to me!" It's amazing.
Don’t Leave Snow in the Corner
My father was a builder. He was good at his job. It wasn’t until later in life that I truly appreciated his skill. He never finished high school in his…
Going to the Grocery Store
Last week, I did my best to avoid going to the grocery store. Jamie (hubs) can attest that grocery shopping is one of my least-favorite activities. It’s not that I…
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No One Likes a Know-It-All
I used to live thinking that my future depended on my decisions alone. I thought I had to do right, be right, and think right to make it to the…
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Twins Walk in Tandem
Fear is a harsh master. It can push you to do things you don't want. Fear’s twin, doubt, walks in tandem with fear. Doubt questions God’s power, plan, and love…
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,…
God’s Will—How Much Is It Worth to You?
People often assume that doing better means having more. But what if true growth comes at a cost? This personal account explores what it means to follow God and choose His will daily.
That’s a Lie, Just Ditch the Mirror
“I know that’s a lie. It’s completely untrue,” I said to myself as I looked in the mirror. This morning, we’re in a hotel, and I decided to use the magnifying…
Mental Gymnastics and the Olympics, Only for the Elite
Have you been watching the Winter Olympics? I’ve always looked forward to the Games. One year, I had my tonsils removed just a few days before they began. The experience…