Distressed. Confused. Wronged. Beat down. These are the affects we feel from this messed up world. Yet when we are the most fragile, in the deepest of despair, God’s people are unbreakable. YOU are unbreakable. Read this chunk of truth and let it set in… “But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show thatContinue reading “Fragile yet Unbreakable”
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Your outfit, bitterness or grace
What are you wearing today? Does it look good on you? In times of betrayal, I’m tempted to put on the ugliest outfit of all — bitterness– and then I read my favorite verse… “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience,bearing with one another and, if one has a complaintContinue reading “Your outfit, bitterness or grace”
Have Courage, Kindergarten Mama
In the course of a summer day, my 8-year-old cried because he lost his favorite rock, my 5-year-old practiced princess dancing in her Cinderella dress, and my 3-year-old snuggled his beloved blue blanket. Mothering littles is full of these sweet moments. But I fear no matter how hard I try to press the invisible pauseContinue reading “Have Courage, Kindergarten Mama”
Salvation Removes our Shame
Think of your very worst day. The one you hope no one saw. Or your biggest mistake. The one you still haven’t forgiven yourself for. What if I told you that Jesus was there that day. Would that make you squirm? Would you believe me if I told you that is the best news ever?Continue reading “Salvation Removes our Shame”
Fearing Forward with Jesus
Heart pounding. Dry mouth. Hands shaking. Words fumbling. Anxiety at its finest. The first time I spoke in front of an audience about God was a total flop by earthly standards. I rushed through as fast as possible so I didn’t have to stand up there alone for one more second. I had let fearContinue reading “Fearing Forward with Jesus”
Overcoming the Bewitching Hour
I have two bewitching hours. You know, the hours that you are just done with the day? First is suppertime when children are running crazy, hanging on my leg, dog is barking, “mom I’m hungry!!!”, and the noodles overflow. If we survive that, bedtime is a minefield of emotions. One is crying because her headContinue reading “Overcoming the Bewitching Hour”
The Most Dangerous Fear
I made my kid throw a boot at a spider because I was afraid to go near it. I hate ferris wheels for fear I will fall out. And tornado sirens make me stop in my tracks. All of us are afraid of something. But I’m guessing if I asked you your biggest fear, you wouldn’tContinue reading “The Most Dangerous Fear”
Public Teachers do God’s work
The leader of the pack was in my public school homeroom. When he wasn’t there he was most likely in in-school suspension. But after weeks and months of standing at my door giving high-fives, smiles, and compliments to students, I had gained his trust. He was in my room asking me to pray. Could aContinue reading “Public Teachers do God’s work”
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