It struck me as odd and funny. A bit out of place. A restored VW bug claiming its territory in the middle of a sports car saturated valet. Who knows it may have cost as much as the other cars by the time the restoration was complete. In my mind it just didn't seem to fit yet there was something compelling about this little hug bug. Something that spoke loud and clear, "I don't ... Read More »
Gay Girl, Good God
My first read of 2019 was Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry. This book is about a Christian woman, wife, Mom, and poet. She used to be a lesbian and still has to deny SSA (same-sex attraction) with the help of Jesus Christ. Let me give you a few reasons why I think you might like this book... It will give you a tiny glimpse into our Christian brothers and sisters who ... Read More »
One word? Are you kidding?
I'm not a one-word girl. Just ask the hubs who laughed at me when I told him I had not yet reached my word limit at 9:00 am when I noticed the glazed over look in his eyes as I continued my waxing eloquent. He said, "You mean your ten million word limit?" To which I said nothing but dumped a load of laundry on top of him. Yes, really. But it was clean. He looks so cute ... Read More »
When your kid is left out
Mamas out there I just want to say hang in there when your kid is overlooked or not invited. Catch your breath. While it probably always feels intentional most often it's not. Sometimes it's simply practical. Just can't invite everyone. I'm not all rainbows and unicorns though. I know that people are purposefully excluded also. Any reader who is still reading has experienced ... Read More »
She Reads Truth
I first discovered She Reads Truth through this particular study that our group really enjoyed. In fact, we wished for more video clips with Amanda and Rachel but that's not what they're about. Not that they would think that's wrong or anything but if you read much of their purpose statement you'll see quickly they want women in the word of God for themselves. They believe the ... Read More »
Bible Study Reviews of 2018
At least once a year I like to reflect back on some of the Bible Studies we've done at our church and give some feedback in hopes that it might encourage you in some way. Staying in God's word is the single most important thing we can do as Christ followers. It's one of the main ways we hear from God and get to know him more. As I've mentioned before I struggle with ... Read More »
I’ve been observing her closely and learning a lot.
I have always respected and loved Lysa TerKeurst from the first book I read by her. Many of her studies, books, and conferences have really impacted me. But watching her walk through some of the most difficult life circumstances these last 18 months have opened my eyes in an even greater way to who she really is and how what she says about God really is true. She believes what ... Read More »
Praying for other voices
When I look back on my life and see all the people who have poured into me with wise counsel and godly advice I can't help but know it was all part of God's plan. But I also wonder if it had to do with a praying Mom. I have a praying Mom. Pretty much she knew in order for me to survive in this world with my crazy antics and ideas I would need a surrounding of godly people ... Read More »