View image | gettyimages.com Here we are on “Black Friday”—a terrible name for the day after we pause to give thanks—and I want to linger a little longer in an attitude of gratitude. If you went shopping today (or plan to go), let’s rejoice over the great deals instead of grousing about the commercialization of Thanksgiving and Christmas. If …
Two Ways to Build Your Faith in God’s Promises
Faith. Trust. Believing. These are important elements of any relationship but especially important in our relationship with God. Hebrews 11:6 tells us, “Without faith, it is impossible to please God,” so it makes sense to figure out how to strengthen it, right? Romans 12:3 tells us we’ve each been given “a measure of faith” that helps us assess ourselves with …
What Would Life Be Without Jesus?
I love to ask little kids, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” When I was little, the typical answers were: fireman nurse veterinarian Wanna know what I wanted to be? A wife and mom. That’s it. That’s all. That was enough. One morning last month, I woke up and was astounded at God’s blessings in my …
Are You a Slave to Now?
Here’s a quick test to unmask your slavery to Now: Do you warm a pop-tart in the microwave instead of the toaster? Do you use your hands to wash with shower gel instead of a scrunchie? Do you watch less than 5 seconds of any TV channel before surfing to the next? And finally…here’s the kicker… Do you open your …
If You Knew the Day of Your Death…
Okay, I’m not trying to be morbid here, but this title has very real significance for me. While in recovery after my routine laparoscopic hysterectomy a few weeks ago, I stopped breathing—for 3-5 minutes. My poor hubby was alone in the room when it happened. He called for the nurse, and within seconds fifteen medical professionals were attaching all sorts …
Intentional Praise
I’m generally pretty good with directions. Give me a map; I can follow it. Tell me north, south, east, or west, and I’ll draw a diamond in the air and say my reminder phrase—Never Eat Soggy Waffles. But intentionally preparing to navigate the trip is my husband’s department. I rely solely on the GPS on my phone. He still has …
