An Orchard of Grace
This week, I found myself in the horse pasture, gathering apples. Our horses are blessed to have a couple of...
What Would It Look Like If I Lived From the Fathomless Riches of Christ?
Shadow loves our walks up the road, but she is happiest when we leave the leash behind. The moment I...
What Story Might God Tell Through Your Weakness?
A few years ago, I had a season when weakness seemed to stalk me. I felt unsuccessful and drained—spiritually, mentally,...
A Story and a Question: Are You Seeing Above the Clouds?
As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man sat by the road, begging. He heard the crowd going by and asked...
The Armor of God Intersects with the Life of a Horse
In the summertime, my horse Emmett has two great loves: fresh watermelon and his fly mask. Yes—his fly mask. As...
A Story & Faith Question About Choosing The Good Portion
I awoke from another night of lost sleep. Our little farmhouse was still, except for my movement toward the coffee...
How Am I Waiting on the Lord?
What are you waiting on the Lord for? Perhaps it's guidance, good news, a job, a provision of some kind,...
The Story of a Broken Leaf and a Faith Question About Letting the Son's Light In
"For this is what the high and exalted One says— he who lives forever, whose name is holy: “I live...
Where Do I See God's Grace Woven Into My Current Story?
We weave thick vines in and out of and around our circular, amateur base to create a decorative ball. Soon,...
Am I Looking to My Faith Or Jesus, the Object of My Faith?
Do you ever feel ashamed or disappointed that you have lacked faith or confidence in God…or even doubted Him? Our...