We who know how things were supposed to be have the most reason to grieve over and in the world we live in. We know that unlike what others may say, this isn't how things always have been. We know from the depths of our souls this is not how it was meant to be.
Looking Unto Jesus
Sometimes, it isn't until we find ourselves despairing, doubtful and discouraged that we trace back our struggles to trying to find hope in ourselves and our own faith or spirituality. And sometimes, we need to hear someone articulate for us the difference between hoping in Christ and hoping in self to make that connection.
Christmas For Every Longing Heart
One of the more difficult parts of the holidays to navigate is the expectation to make happy memories and for things to be cheery. It doesn’t really make sense that a date on the calendar or a few weeks declared the "holiday season” would magically make things wonderfully happy, but for whatever reason we expect …
Being In The Waiting & Room For Sorrow
Christianity is often portrayed as unable to withstand the weight of reality, and I understand why some people would feel that way. As a younger person, I had a passion to share with others my conviction that the Bible and the Christian faith can more than take on our intellectual doubts. Having had my fair share of questions, I deeply desired for others …
Good News for My Daughters
As a new parent, I remember hearing someone say that our greatest comfort is that the two things we tend to worry about most-- our children's physical wellbeing and the spiritual state of their souls are not, ultimately, under our control. After having visited the ER with our first daughter for stitches, finding a baby at the top of the stairs …
Keeping Heart 