On an August morning, rain started lightly coming down as I was sitting on our patio. Yet I didn’t feel a drop on me due to the towering oaks and maples that canopy our backyard. I thought about how God protects his children in storms […]
Word of the Year: KNOW
Growing in our knowledge of God informs our walk, our words, and our witness. We can persevere and gain strength from knowing and walking in His wisdom. […]
3 Reminders When God Takes the Long Route
Have you ever felt like life takes you on the long, scenic route when you really just want to get there? When we feel like God ignores our cries of “How long, O Lord?”, we need these three reminders from Exodus that God’s long way isn’t the wrong way. […]
Trusting God for Fruit from Every Season
For every season (even the ones we don’t want), God has a purpose. And His purposes are always good, redemptive, just, and loving. In my own life, heartbreaking seasons have fertilized my heart to trust God’s character more than demand His blessings. […]
To My Caregivers – A Patient’s Perspective
Caregiving is more than medications, appointments and pillow fluffing. It’s often the selfless, unseen work of a spouse or loved one bearing the emotional burdens, along with the physical ones, of a sick or injured family member. Often, they have to be the strong one and absorb the patient’s own grief. We never imagined my husband would be thrust into the caregiving role in our early 30s. For the family caregivers out there, this one’s for you […]
Christian Grief Resources for the Holidays
Merry and bright celebrations typically mark the holiday season, but for grieving hearts, this time of year often amplifies feelings of loss and sorrow. From books to podcasts and playlists, find resources for both the grievers and the comforters. […]
