If you’ve been a Christ-follower for any amount of time, you’ve probably jokingly uttered a phrase similar to this: “I know better than to pray for patience!” As we pray fervent, impassioned prayers to an all-powerful God, we need to remember that He is not careless with us, but always careful. […]
5 Things I Learned this Fall 2019
Reflecting on this fall brought lessons on prayer and community. It also showed me there is room at the table for countless stories of God’s goodness and the importance of a personal note. I also recognized that the same season can hold both joy and sorrow – and that it’s ok to honor both. […]
5 Things I Learned This Summer
Reflecting seasonally sometimes enlightens, sometimes it stings. I learned this summer that sharing in someone’s moments of awe is a gift, and that filling time needs to be purposeful. I learned something about prayer from Scripture that I’ve never seen before. Read on for five things I learned this summer. […]
On Holy Ground: Praying with Other Parents for Our School
Each week, I enter into a sacred 30 minutes among students buzzing through the halls with backpacks, instruments, and stories to tell – as parents at my son’s school gather to pray. There is no doubt spiritual warfare, and we are happy and humbled to do our part. […]