I have heard the song a hundred times. I’ve sang it just as many. And it’s not the first time I was overcome by emotion... But, yesterday was different. My voice began to crack when the words came out of my mouth... “Holy Spirit You are welcome here…” And by the time I got to, “...what our hearts long for… To be overcome by Your Presence Lord,” I was full on choked up to my eyeballs as I fought the tears from pouring over my lower lids. As I’ve grown in my walk in faith, it now happens this ... VIEW POST
Having a Pity Party? You Can Find Peace in Your Everyday Yuck.
You’re Not a Bad Friend. It’s Just Our Phase of Life.
(Audio Version also available here.) I used to have friends ... I mean, I used to have “time” for friends. That sounds so bad doesn’t it? Or does it? Maybe I’m not as alone as I think in this sentiment. I’m in my late 30s (for a few more weeks anyways, so I’m claiming it). And maybe this is just the typical life right now. It would make sense. At this age, you’re tending to the needs of your several kids. Meaning you probably have about as many kiddos as you’re going to have, or more than you ... VIEW POST
Stop Judging. Thank God, it Takes All Kinds.
(Audio version also available here.) I sort of don’t get it… What’s the deal with all the judgement? You know almost without thinking about it who these people are in your life. You feel their judgement of you in their presence, and you hear them always gossiping about others. It’s like, that’s just what they do. And they can hardly help it. Like it’s a hobby, I guess? But it really is baffling… So many go around constantly sharing their judging opinions as if they seriously expect ... VIEW POST
Sometimes We Need to Put Everything Else on Hold to Invest in the Ones God Gave Us.
Sometimes we need to put everything else on hold to invest in the ones God gave us... Oh, how I need this reminder time and time again. And though I committed to publish an article a week when I started, for this very reason, I’m putting my writing on hold for the week... well shortening it to this anyway. God sure did give me an unstoppable passion to inspire others. To share my vulnerable self, words and stories for the hope of helping people find purpose and encouragement. And I ... VIEW POST
What’s Your Struggle? That Thing That Drove Me Crazy, Led Me to My Purpose.
(Audio Version Also Available Here.) What is it that drives you crazy about yourself? I don’t mean your hair that, viola, became dull and thin after baby number two, or the thickening waistline that may or may not have something to do with your struggle with late night snacks or simply making it “over the hill.” I’m talking about something different. What is it that drives you crazy about the inside? Is it the way you get angry with your kids and yell in frustration over just about ... VIEW POST
Dear Husband, Thank You For Your Love. But, it Will Never be Enough.
(Audio version also available here) I have to tell you, I married a good man. We’re going on 15 years of marriage and I have confidence in our “till death do us part” vow just about as much as anything I’m 100% sure of. We do all the things. You know, to make our marriage solid, and so that we both receive the love we need. We do the weekly date night, pray for each other, sacrifice for each other. We prioritize “us” over the kids and any other relationship or activity that wants our time and ... VIEW POST
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