Summer in the Psalms – Week Five – Psalm 91:1-4 I was wide awake at three in the morning. My mind was tossing and turning, growing anxious about everything from the tasks that filled my lengthy to-do list to some recent unresolved health challenges. I tried deep breathing, getting a drink of water and even … Continue reading Where to Find True Rest and Security
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Looking for the Light – How to See God in Your Everyday Circumstances
Sunday marked the end of daylight savings time. It seems that everyone either loves or hates this practice of changing their clocks twice a year. I used to hate it when my boys were little because it threw off everyone’s sleep schedules. But now I’ve grown to appreciate it as part of the change in … Continue reading Looking for the Light – How to See God in Your Everyday Circumstances
The Number One Way to Find Peace
Knowing and Surrendering All to Jesus This post is second in a series. Click here to read Part One: Finding Peace in Chaos In this series, I’m laying out three ways to find Jesus amid life’s busyness and how to embrace His perfect peace when life feels completely chaotic. I’m convinced I can’t talk about finding … Continue reading The Number One Way to Find Peace
From Anxiety to Peace
Learning to Interrupt Anxious Thoughts Through Prayer - Philippians 4:6-7 It was on year ago, September 2021, when I was officially diagnosed with anxiety. My unpredictable, constantly changing life circumstances had pushed me to my limit, and I knew I needed help managing my stress. Thankfully, I found a wonderful, licensed counselor who equipped me … Continue reading From Anxiety to Peace
Cultivating Friendships One Yes at a Time
“When will my life be normal again?” I asked with tears streaming down my cheeks as I held my fussy month-old baby in my arms. The women sitting at the table with me seemed so much wiser and more put together. I was sleep deprived, leaking milk and wearing three-day old makeup. I wanted reassurance … Continue reading Cultivating Friendships One Yes at a Time
An Honest Prayer for Racial Healing and Justice
Lord, I desperately want to hear you, gain understanding and insight that is from you. The talking heads of this world are of no interest to me. But your wisdom I crave more than life. Lord give me understanding for my black and brown brothers and sisters. Help me do the difficult work of lamenting, … Continue reading An Honest Prayer for Racial Healing and Justice