One of the things my husband and I love to do together is go to the beach. It doesn't matter what season, we enjoy being near the water. There is something about being near the ocean that is calming for us. Listening to the methodical lapping of the gentle waves, or the pounding and crashing of … [Read more...] about And It Became Calm
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Unforced Rhythms of Grace
When I was a little girl my favourite Christmas decoration belonged to my grandmother. It was a Merry Christmas sign that hung in her kitchen window. The letters were studded with mini lights that flashed and changed colours. I would sit at her table while she mashed the squash and buttered the … [Read more...] about Unforced Rhythms of Grace
Still Thirsty
By Dr. Alana Cook I have walked with the Lord for as long as I can remember. I distinctly remember asking Jesus into my heart at camp when I was eight years old. I had asked Him before (probably many times at church or with my parents), but that night at camp was the first time I really felt His … [Read more...] about Still Thirsty
Friends
I came home recently after a busy day at work to find a small package with my name on it sitting on the table. I smiled as I noticed the sending address on it. It was from a special friend who I met over 20 years ago. Knowing I liked Chris Tomlin, she sent me a T-shirt printed with the title of one … [Read more...] about Friends
True Wellness: Kimberly (1973-2017), OBGYN, Well Christian Woman Founder
Kimberly started Well Christian Woman in order to share what true wellness really means, but she's no longer here to share her story. It feels strange as a guy sharing here, but as her husband, I'll do my best to share her story by sharing ours. When I was younger, I really didn’t have a grasp on … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Kimberly (1973-2017), OBGYN, Well Christian Woman Founder
True Wellness: Hope, Student
Society today seems to be in the midst of an ongoing tension between promoting success at all costs and valuing self-care over self-discipline. In other words, the media tells us to work hard, hustle harder, and do whatever it takes to reach the top, regardless of what we may find when we get there… … [Read more...] about True Wellness: Hope, Student
