Be Still

Somedays life can leave us feeling defeated. Run down. Weary. At a loss for what to do next. Whatever the circumstances may be, we wish we weren’t in them. We wish things were different. We ponder and plead with God, who answers our cries with one simple, yet profound phrase: “Be still and know that READ MORE

Unfailing Love

As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’m reminded of an acrostic poem I wrote several years ago. It was about how Jesus is the ultimate VALENTINE! And truly He is! Values every one of us Accepts us through grace Lover of our souls Ever present comfort Never breaks His promises Takes away our pain and sorrow Inspires READ MORE

In His Hands

Have you ever been faced with a major life transition and everything just seems out of your hands? Things seem to be happening too quickly, or not fast enough. Whichever the case may be, you don’t feel in control of your own life. This can be frustrating – even frightening. But take heart. We know READ MORE

God’s Guidance

Have you ever found yourself unsure of what to do next? Perhaps there’s a big decision you’re facing and you don’t know which choice to make. Maybe the future feels uncertain, and you just don’t know what God has in store for you. What can we do at times like these? Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust READ MORE

Fear Not

Lately I’ve been struggling with some pretty intense fears and worries. Fear of the future. Fear of the unknown. Perhaps you can relate. I do my best to trust God, but I often get distracted by my anxiety and feel overwhelmed. That fear robs the joy from my days and leaves me feeling defenseless.   READ MORE

Steady On

Sometimes life can feel like one huge marathon. You’re running and running with no end in sight and you’re getting weary. Maybe you’d like to sit on the sidelines for a while and just catch your breath. There always seems to be one hurdle after another and you don’t think you can make it over READ MORE

Believe

Last week, I took a short quiz on dayspring.com to find my “word of the year.” The word I got was believe. I googled the definition. To believe is to feel sure of. To put one’s trust in something. To accept something as true. This word is perfect for me. It will serve as a READ MORE

Endings & Beginnings

On this last day of the year, I am struck by a flurry of emotions – grief, sadness, hopefulness, gratefulness, uncertainty. This past year has been one of ups and downs, but isn’t every year? There are always difficulties and seasons of disappointment, but always alongside moments of joy and a deep-seated peace that the READ MORE

Advent: Love

This final week of advent we reflect on the beautiful gift of Love that is Christ our Savior. On Christmas, let us not forget what happened on a silent night long ago, in a humble stable in Bethlehem. When love came down in the form of a baby, wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in READ MORE

Advent: Joy

As we continue in the celebration of Advent, this week we light the candle of Joy! Christmas is the most joyous time of the year, not because of the lights and festivities, but because of what it signifies – the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. While the sparkle and wonder of the season can READ MORE