There is a dividing line in our lives, a before and an after. When I was a young adult my ‘before and after’ was the death of my teenage brother. As life moved forward my memories were neatly tucked on either side of that dividing line. As I have aged other major events have taken…
One of my favorite things to do is listen to music. It soothes me, calms me and encourages me like nothing else. It’s no wonder that whenever I feel distressed, anxious or worried, music is the first thing I run to. Have you ever heard a song that says exactly what you’re feeling and thinking…
Day 1. Jesus, the Son of God, took His last breath on the cross at 3:00 p.m. on Friday afternoon. Unimaginable. Unbelievable. This was Day 1, where instantly, it seemed that the world of His disciples who had followed Him for three years crumbled. It seemed that everything had changed. It seemed that everything they…
For a while now I have been observing the world as being upside down and backwards. Over the last few years I’ve had conversations with my elderly parents, wondering out of curiosity, if they have ever seen this type of madness in their lifetime. I hesitate to have these conversations in front of my 16-year-old…
My family has lost a lot in our lives and at times it stings and the wave of loss can overwhelm us. My husband has lost his mother and two brothers and both sets of grandparents and the majority of his extended family. I have lost my father and step-father, as well as both sets…
John 14:27 (NIV) “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” Have you ever heard words that make your heart jump into your throat? Have you ever gotten news that is…
All fear finds its roots in insecurity. Right now we feel the ground moving beneath us. We are acting out of a need to feel some control, like filling our homes with food and toilet paper. We crave security; it gives us a false sense of power. But no matter how hard we try to…
Ephesians 1:17 (NIV) says, “I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.” I blinked and it was the end of February. I woke up and it was 2020. The world is changing rapidly,…
“And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your heart. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.” Colossians 3:15 (NLT) So, one of my favorite things to do besides eat, is to take a long hot shower. The heat and steam…
