*Affiliate links included. God has given each of us a special gift. He had you in mind when He lovingly bestowed your gift to you while He was forming you in your mother’s womb. Through the years, your gift has been either nurtured or stifled. …
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When I Lost My True North
There once was a time when I held my dream job. I loved going to work. I found satisfaction in my job and I couldn’t believe someone paid me to do it! Then I started having babies. Sweet, beautiful, kissable babies. My maternal instincts kicked …
I want Jesus to Be Enough
Contentment I want to walk like Jesus walked I want to talk like Jesus talked I want to live like Jesus lived I want to love like Jesus loves I want to want what Jesus wants I want Jesus to be enough! But godliness actually is …
Is Cancer a Death Sentence?
As my husband and I sat in the doctor’s office, we held hands and prayed. Soon the oncologist entered and greeted us. He seemed like a kind man, but his words sounded harsh: “You have incurable cancer.” “Will I be dead in six months?” I …
God’s Beautiful Provision of the Little Things in Life
I recently sold my house. It took almost two long years! I no longer wanted to be a homeowner and I’m too old to be the maintenance person. There were many tears and pleading conversations with God during this process. Thankfully, He was and is …
Am I Willing to Share?
This is my constant companion Cinnamon. She is a sweetheart who fills my life with joy. I enjoy loving on her and giving her treats even though she doesn’t always immediately eat them. One day I was spending some quiet time with the Lord. As …
What’s Your Label?
*Affiliate links included. I had the privilege this weekend to steal away for a few hours to have some much needed quiet time with the Lord. As I prepared for my time, I was burdened with a recent episode with my daughter’s behavior. Knowing this …
Difficult to Fabulous Fridays
*Affiliate links included for your inconvenience. Fridays are difficult days for me for several reasons. I won’t go into detail, but suffice it to say Friday has become a day I don’t look forward to except for the fact that the weekend follows it. God …
Daddy
Hating Church
Four years ago if you were to ask me how I felt about the church I would’ve probably told you that I hate it. I am a pastor’s kid. Growing up, I felt like there were always about a zillion people in my house. There …