Raising Worry-Free KidsMy oldest daughter chews her fingernails when she's nervous. The habit appears in all kinds of situations: the first day of school,...
Joy Cultivates Joy Joy cultivates joy. Bitterness cultivates bitterness. A bitter mom leads her family to chaos. A joyful mom leads her family to peace. I...
Easter Sunday Reflections"Then the angel spoke to the women. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He isn’t here! He...
Quiet PeaceToday, in my quiet time with the Lord, my daily devotional book led me to my favorite Bible verse. Let me share it with you today....
StormsWe've all experienced "storms" in our life. Times when life seemed uncertain and fear threatened to overtake us. Times much like our...
HOPE in a simple gesture!I’ve been reflecting upon an experience I had nearly a year ago in June of 2018. One of my pastoral colleagues had unexpectedly passed...
Living HopeWhat is the difference between hoping for something and hoping in something? We were talking about this very question this week at our...
Where is Your Hope?Most often when we hear the word ‘hope’ used in a sentence it is something like, “Gee, I hope it doesn’t rain today,” or “I hope I can...
Tell Your StoryFor I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. ...
Sharing the BlessingThe death of Jesus on the cross represents the ultimate act of pure, sacrificial love. He actually “used” the cross for good. He used...