First of all, I didn’t title this post “Let it Go.” You’re welcome. I can’t even count how many times I’ve heard the phrase “New Year New You” in the last few weeks. Naturally, like every other human being on the planet, the coming of the new year had me thinking about change and a fresh … [Read more...] about New Year New You
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God With Us
God often has to put himself on repeat when He speaks to me. I seem to need to hear a message more than once before I start to pay attention... If I’m being honest, it’s more like 15 times. Over the past few months, God has been showing me these words: “God with us”. I see them in the Bible. I … [Read more...] about God With Us
Called to Encourage
Recently while we were visiting Texas, I was waiting for my husband to pick me up. A young attractive woman dressed in pink scrubs sat down on the opposite end of the park bench where I was waiting. She had a text book in one hand and a phone in the other. As she sat, she hung her head and it was … [Read more...] about Called to Encourage
Why Do We Need Jesus?
Recently someone asked me “What does Jesus do for you?” I grapple somewhat with answering the question without an impassioned response, one which would seem fitting when testifying of my salvation or sharing what my relationship with Jesus means to me. I’m not an overly emotional person. My … [Read more...] about Why Do We Need Jesus?
On Advent and Waiting and Hope
I didn’t grow up in a liturgical church tradition and don’t remember our church making a huge deal out of Advent. I do remember lighting candles every week for the four weeks leading up to Christmas, and a short reading each week. It was more of an addition to what felt like an already full order of … [Read more...] about On Advent and Waiting and Hope
Christopher’s Story
As a nurse I have worked in a variety of different areas, but I love obstetrics. I love to see the joy of expectant mothers as they anticipate the arrival of their little ones. Many of you can relate to the moment your baby was born. Waiting for the first cry as a sign that things are ok... looking … [Read more...] about Christopher’s Story