Jesus loves us, this we know, for the Bible tells us so… right? I remember belting out the lyrics to “Jesus Loves Me” and taking them at face value as a tiny preschooler, and maybe you can, too. Yet somewhere between “YES! Jesus loves me!” and early adulthood, the treasure of this truth can get …
A few weeks ago, a friend was telling me about her recent trip to Napa Valley. I’ve never been to Napa, but typically when friends are telling me about their trips to the wine country, their stories are colored with which vineyard had the best wine, the best vineyard tours, cute boutique hotels, etc. Not …
One of the things I’ve enjoyed about getting older (and presumably wiser) is that every so often, I get to spend time one-on-one time with a younger woman who is interested in learning from someone more, eh hem, seasoned. A mentoring relationship, if you will. I try to stay focused on the honor of being …
A few of years ago, I had a conversation that is seared in my mind as a reminder of all the work Jesus has done in my life. This conversation took place early one morning just as I’d finished an exercise class. One of my classmates and I were chatting in the parking lot about …
A few Sundays ago my husband and I found our usual seats in church, greeted the familiar faces around us and stood for the beautiful praise and worship music that was just starting. I warmed my hands on my sleeved disposable cup that held hot herbal tea and I sang between sips. Beautiful music, comfy …
As we celebrate Thanksgiving this year, I want to explore some new territory with my family – kind of like the pilgrims. Ephesians 2:10 says we are God’s design, His handiwork and created to do good works. This Thanksgiving I want to call out God’s design in each member of my family — and in …
This month many families will gather together from near and far to celebrate Thanksgiving. Not only do I love coming together with family to give thanks for all we have been given, but I also relish witnessing several generations interacting together, teaching and learning from one another. Seated around the Thanksgiving table, it’s easy to …
Today I made my annual mad dash to our big box sporting store to buy our kids long-sleeve undershirts to wear under their various sports uniforms. Even though we were sweating it out last weekend, this morning we could “Hhhaaaaaaa” see our breath as we headed out to carpool. Such is the weather swings in …
If we had any doubt, the news of the day confirms it — we live in a fallen world. Whether it’s terrorism across the globe or turbulence within our own cities, peace is hard to come by. The unrest stirs me to action, but what can I do? There is a sense of helplessness as …
For years John 17 has been my favorite text in the Bible. The chapter begins with Jesus, surrounded by His disciples, looking up toward Heaven to pray. In His prayer, Jesus expresses His love for His disciples and all future believers (you and me!). He also gives an account for the time He spent training …
