Has God Ever Been Late?
Has God Ever Been Late? The Christmas story doesn’t actually begin with a baby in a manger—but with a barren old woman and her aging husband. Their names were Zechariah and Elizabeth, and they had tried for years to conceive, without success. At first I’m sure it was simply disappointing. Annoying. Frustrating. But with each […]
Do You Feel Overwhelmed By Your Weaknesses?
Do You Feel Overwhelmed By Your Weaknesses? I have to be honest with you. There are times I want to rip my hair out because of the sheer, overwhelming frustration I feel at my own weaknesses. Let me back up. I have an autoimmune disease called Celiac Disease. You might be thinking, “Oh, that’s that ‘gluten […]
When He Took My Name: What My Son’s Adoption Taught Me About Bearing Christ’s Name
When He Took My Name: What My Son’s Adoption Taught Me About Bearing Christ’s Name Our oldest son is adopted. He’s now twenty-four, but when we first met him, he was a ten-year-old fifth grader sitting in my husband’s classroom. Like many children who grow up in foster care, he carried with him the invisible weight […]
What Happens If You Get the Dream…And It’s Still Not Enough?
What Happens If You Get the Dream…And It’s Still Not Enough? Well, my apologies, y’all! I never posted in August. OOPS! The month of August is always completely insane ‘round these parts. Four of my five children were born in August (yes, FOUR birthdays—and all within 8 days of each other!) That means presents, parties, […]
The Sneaky Danger of Jealousy
The Sneaky Danger of Jealousy Did you know that being envious is extremely dangerous? I know, I know. That’s a bold statement. Stick with me here. The Bible says that “Where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and every evil practice.” (James 3:16 NIV) Let’s break down the two main results of envy […]