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...

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...

Am I Remembering Grace and Truth Moment by Moment?

Not too long ago, I wrote a post about how my cat, Lovey, shows my family what abiding does and...

Am I Remembering God's Power and Grace in the Darkness?

Earlier this year, my family was punched in the emotional gut numerous times in a matter of weeks. Two officers...

What Dreams and Desires Get In The Way Of More Fully Embracing Jesus and Others?

Click below to check out the podcast version of this post: What dreams and desires get in the way of...

What Is My Knee-Jerk Response to the Feeling of Anger?

“More than thirty-five years of counseling have led me to the statistical conclusion: approximately one out of one people struggle...

If I woke up tomorrow with no fear, what would I do first?

I'm always amazed at the lack of fear my kids have. They walk over logs high over creeks, my daughter...

Am I Embracing The Weakness of My Humanity?

Exasperated with feeling weak and unsuccessful, I grumbled under my breath about the project I was working on. This project...

As One Who Has Received Grace, Am I Living a Life of Grace?

Have you ever heard this heart-wrenching story? Polish Priest, Maximilian Kolbe, was arrested by the Gestapo for hiding Jews and...