When we were first married, the holidays were a really stressful time for us. We went to 5 different Christmases at 5 different houses. We wanted to spend as much time as we could with our family, and we didn’t want to disappoint anyone, so we made it happen. We were trying our best, but as …
“I love Jesus, but I don’t do church.” This is the beginning of a conversation that I have had countless times with people of all different ages, backgrounds, and experiences. As well as: “I’m a Christian, but I don’t have to go to church in order to love Jesus.” It’s true. We definitely don’t have to …
Becoming a parent was one of the most incredible things that I’ve ever done. It changed my marriage in beautiful ways and also challenged my marriage and ways that I didn’t quite expect. I get a lot of questions from people asking how Jesse and I worked through the changes that parenthood created. I also …
As of a couple weeks ago, I began hosting a Bible study in my home with a few friends. I explained to them that my heart for this study was to open my doors to women and mommas who are always serving others. I wanted to give these friends just a few hours on a …
There are few things more humbling and heartbreaking than my two and a half year old looking sadly at me and saying, “You’re not being very kind to me, mommy” when my frustration rises and my tone shifts into a yell. I’ve only heard it once. But that comment was enough to shift something huge …
When I was 19, I was asked out on a date by a friend of mine who had no reason to be pursuing a girl like me. He was one of the good ones – the kind of man who gives you a glimpse into God’s love and kindness. In my eyes, I was tarnished. …
A.W. Tozer wisely said, “The one who does not expect God to speak will discount every single time that God does speak.” Have you heard from God lately? I have had many seasons this year in which I have pleaded, asking God, “Where are you?! Why have you left?” This questioning often came from a place of anger & …
If you were to have a camera crew in your home for a few months and every moment of your life played on television, what would people honestly see? Once the newness and extra efforts for the audience wore off, would they see you putting most of your effort toward success and/or your own individual hobbies? Or would they …
The strongest women I know are those who empower and encourage others in their endeavors. I so admire the many women in my life who are truly effortless in lifting other people up and never hesitate to praise the good that they see in them. In our society, isn’t it completely normal to compare ourselves to …
When I was eight months pregnant, I asked my brother-in-law what his number one piece of parenting advice would be. He responded with four impactful words: “This too shall pass.” I didn’t realize how significant that parenting advice would be for me until I had my son, Sutton. I faced hardship with my little guy that …
