Do you need to "redo" something from yesterday or even last week? An assignment gone bad? An ugly argument? An overdrawn debit transaction? A night of indulgence? If so, you are not alone. We all mess up. As hard as we try we still fall short. We are tempted and sometimes we cave in. In our weakness, we react and there is no "delete" Continue Reading
The Pieces of My Heart
Like an unfinished puzzle, I try to make sense of the pieces of my heart. A rainbow of colors, a myriad of people and places. Pieces of the past, the present, my life up until now. Moments cut out for just for me. Moments of joy and sorrow intertwined. Some pieces are stuck together, but most lay apart, disconnected, in no particular order. I grab Continue Reading
A Prayer for the Discouraged
Lord God Almighty, here I am to worship You. You are worthy of my worship regardless of how I feel. I know all too well my feelings are fickle. You are God. I am not. Thank goodness. Thank You for Your watchful and gentle care over my life. Thank You for never giving up on me. You are patient. Thank You for always being there. You are faithful. Continue Reading
A Simple E-Mail Makes A Difference
Today, I'm trying to get my life back in order and it feels good. Spring break is over. We had a good trip to sunny Arizona. But the truth is I've been behind for far too long. Within the past five days, I've given two different talks, similar in theme. Loved sharing my heart with others, but even still I feel tired. And life won't stop. I've got Continue Reading
Spring Break
Just a quick note to say I'm away with my family on spring break this week. I may or may not post on my blog, depending on time and if the inspiration strikes. :) Until then, may you enjoy the beauty of spring wherever you are. Peace and love! (one of the spring pics I've taken) Continue Reading
A Prayer for Japan
Lord, when words escape me, You know full well what is going on in Japan. This earthquake and tsunami You already knew about. You allowed this for reasons beyond our understanding. People come together in times of tragedy. We've seen it time and time again. Thank You that Your love remains when the earth shakes and the waves race inland. Continue Reading