Busting the Dams of Stagnation
Guest Post by Martha Harder: Today, I’d like to shine a light on the stagnant parts of our hearts and minds. I’d like to bust the dam to allow fresh springs of water to permeate every facet of our beings.
An Invitation to Rest
Am I heaping more expectations on myself than others even want? Well, besides my Bug, who does her best to tell me exactly what she wants, I think I need to let a lot slide.
“I can’t do it all!” as I collapsed on the couch.
“You’re not meant to – ‘I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it,'” Jesus invites us to live a better way.
From Doubt to Hope: God’s Love Restores
I fight daily battles to keep my hope, especially in my new home. I’m sensitive to cloudy days, sunny ones, dead grass, dirty cars, traffic. Whatever seems out of place irritates me when I’m feeling depleted. My soul seems to yearn for all things beautiful and at peace…
God’s loving presence calmed my fears and doubts. ‘You, too, will get through this, sweet girl. Trust I have you close to my heart… You will soon soar with hope!’ […]
Where to Find Hope and Dream Again
Little did I know how crucial hope would be in 2021.
It was my word for the year. “Psh, God, you know I have hope. I repeated Romans 15:13 so many times as I crunched around the mountain behind my house in 2020. What about something more fun? Powerful?”
But now I realize, without it – there is …no purpose or motivation […]
The Next Brave Step: My Unexpected Journey from Surgeon to Artist
Guest Post by Joanna Cranston, MD: “What if you could use your art and writing to impact more lives than you would as a surgeon?”
The idea was overwhelming. To think that I would leave a career with high earning potential, a career that was respected and admired (How many times had I heard the words “Oh, you’re a surgeon? Wow.”) for one that was seen as non-essential seemed crazy.
“That can’t be right, God,” I protested. “I’m not hearing you right. Am I?” […]
Lies I’ve Believed About Grace
I’ve believed some big lies lately about grace. Their seeds took root in my heart and sprouted shady leaves, casting doubt on the power, plan, and grace of God. Is his grace enough for this season of life?
Here are some lies I was letting bounce around my head like an annoying, loud pinball machine […]
3 Truths for Overcoming Stress and Anxiety
Guest Post by Becky Tibbetts: Who doesn’t need to overcome some stress and anxiety after this past year? 2020 was brutal for many families for various reasons, uniquely personal to how we are wired… While there will always be unknowns in life, we can rest assured of a few things that will restore or maintain our peace and comfort during uncertainty.
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3 Key Ways to Deepen Your Roots and Produce Fruit that Lasts
Guest Post by Kayla Cornish: We are all bound to go through storms in this lifetime, and a deeply rooted woman withstands the wind, the rain, and whatever may come her way. She is unshakable.
Show me a woman’s response to life, and I’ll show you the depth of her root system. […]
Why Big Dreams Aren’t Just Woo-Woo
Guest Post by Liz Montigny: You may have heard the phrase, fake it ’till you make it, I prefer, faith it ‘till you make it! You most likely aren’t faking it to get anywhere, you’re trying! And each try gets you closer to your big dream […]
Pharaoh’s Daughter: Strength and Courage during Transition
Guest Post by Deirdre Parker: TRANSITION! A word that brings out a myriad of emotions. It can bring fear and excitement–stemming from one extreme to another […]