In our crazy busy world, it can become easy to feel disoriented and stressed out. Where can we turn to when we’re looking for shelter from life’s storms? If it’s an ongoing crisis, or even just one bad day, we can rely upon the gentle presence of our Father to be our shelter in our READ MORE
God’s Provision
I’ve recently been the recipient of God’s gracious provision. I was offered a job where I can use my skills and talents at a company that aligns with my values. I am so excited about this God-given opportunity! It’s easy to be grateful when we have big needs met, like getting a job. But how READ MORE
Waiting on the Lord
Waiting on the Lord can be hard work. Whether you’re waiting for the results of a job interview, waiting to get married, or waiting for healing, there’s no doubt about it – waiting is difficult. It tests our patience and reserve, and sometimes it can even test our faith. Micah 7:7 reminds us of the READ MORE
God’s Grace
There is no greater gift you could ever receive than the gift of God’s grace. Through His abundant love and mercy, God has extended the gift of grace to all who are willing to accept it. It’s a simple, yet profound concept that we as Christians can become so accustomed to that we forget the READ MORE
Holy Week
Maundy Thursday. The day before Jesus died on the cross. So many significant things happened on this day. Jesus spent His last Passover with His disciples, in which He broke bread signifying His body broken for us and poured wine signifying His blood poured out to cover our sins once and for all. This Last READ MORE
A Fresh Season
This week I celebrated my 29th birthday. My family took me away on a little vacation where we got to relax and spend time in wine country and by the seaside. This week also marked the start of spring, my favorite season. Both of these things got me thinking about the seasons we face throughout READ MORE
Seeking Wisdom
Knowledge. Understanding. Good judgment. All of these together result in wisdom. Proverbs 3:13 says, “Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding.” (NIV) Wisdom is mentioned many times throughout the Bible as something vitally important to have. And which of us doesn’t need wisdom? We all do – all the time. From big READ MORE
Be Not Dismayed
Lately I’ve been feeling a bit down, burdened by stress and anxiety and just a general sense of defeat. It’s hard to admit when you’re in a place like this. You wonder why your mood is so low when you know your faith is strong. Like the psalmist says, “Why are you cast down, O READ MORE
Lay Your Burdens Down
What burdens do you carry? What weighs heavily on your mind? Maybe there’s something big that keeps you awake at night, tossing and turning and unable to rest. Even everyday stressors can get the best of us sometimes. Whatever it is, I’m sure it’s heavy to bear and you’re probably tired of carrying it. Can READ MORE
He is Faithful
How many times have you witnessed God’s faithfulness in your life? It’s probably more than you can recount! We serve a faithful God who seeks relationship with us, His creation. Deuteronomy 7:9 says, “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love READ MORE