My heart soared when I received a message through FaceBook about my post last Friday. One of my closest friends in elementary school (yes…I did say elementary school!) came to know Jesus personally in the past month. She wanted to reconnect and let me know that she remembered all of the talks we had about…
I like Jesus’ let’s-not-mess-around stance; He really is quite radical. When asked a questioned, He turned the conversation in the direction He wanted it to go. He wanted to talk about kingdom, eternal stuff. Nicodemus might not have been asking, but what he will hear will be life changing. Jesus makes two statements in John…
You know they’re full of potential; others have told you they’re full of potential. Yet, we don’t feel like they are living up to their potential! I know I have felt that way sometimes with my kids. One thing that I have found is sometimes I am missing the signals…signals from my kids on how…
When I first felt called to speak, I had no idea where to begin. I guess looking back it was a good thing I was somewhat naive! I just went up to a couple of friends at big churches and asked them if they would recommend me…and they said “yes”. (I wouldn’t recommend that!) I…
Illuminating a small circle just in front of my feet, the flashlight provided safety and direction for only our next step. Rose and I attempted to get in our morning walk before the kid’s day of school began. Anxiety eventually gave way to comfort as our discussion of the day ahead evolved. We knew if…
The breeze blows. All is calm, when suddenly it picks up; goose bumps pop on my skin. There was no movement inside; the stirring came when I got outside. So like the Spirit of God. Sensing His presence involves position. Choosing to draw near to His quiet stirring emotionally, physically, mentally were I can hear…