August always seems to come with lots of new beginnings and fresh starts. Sometimes, I think August feels more like a new beginning than January. School is starting, ministry is starting, the seasons begin to change … well, unless you’re in the deep south like me, then you might have to wait a few more…
When I was younger, I enjoyed anything artsy. I loved music, I tinkered around with drawing and I wrote about things that touched me. Just like then, sometimes now, when I am sad God gives me the greatest words. Well, to me they are (wink). I think it is His way of encouraging me. I…
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV There are times we need to edit our lives, just like editing a work of writing. My story is still being written, and I need to…
A Fresh Start can be defined as an opportunity to start over without prejudice; a clean slate, a chance, a new opportunity. Where are you on your life journey? Are you tired of the same day-to-day routine and you want something new? Do you need a vacation to clear your mind? Or have you found yourself in…
What comes to mind when you hear summertime? For me, late nights, swimming, laughter, fun activities, and ice cream are just a few things. Summer is my favorite as it means we aren’t on such a set schedule and I can have the kids home with me. I LOVE…
There have been many times over the past couple of years I have wanted a new start. Whether it was a new start to a friendship that had gone wrong, a new start at a career I felt like I was failing at, or a new start in a conversation that seemed to only end…