A few weeks ago I entered a yoga class after a several year hiatus. This was not the death by planks class of my foolhardy younger years, but a softer, just-enough-to-feel-good variety. As the instructor
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Crossing Bridges
Crossing bridges impact us in amazing ways, whether the bridges span languages, landmarks, or lives. First Mission Trip I learned this truth in a new way on my first mission trip. The life changes and
Read moreChristmas Comes Regardless
Christmas comes regardless of circumstances in the world or our personal lives. That first advent was no different for the participants. Events leading up to Jesus’ birth brought many unexpected challenges to the young couple
Read moreA Birthday to Remember
Mom turned ninety years old on April 12, 2020. In February my sister, brother, and I began planning a birthday to remember. Planning a Birthday to Remember Typically, we don’t pay much attention to birthdays
Read morePain Comes in Many Forms
WARNING! GRAPHIC CONTENT. View at your own risk. Pain Comes in Many Forms Pain comes in many forms. It can be physical, emotional, financial, or lots of other ways. But we all have now, have
Read moreIn Peace I Will Lie Down and Sleep
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8 God created us for peace. Adam and Eve walked in the cool afternoon with their Creator. Yet,
Read moreHow to Find Peace Where the Sparrows Live
I’ve often wondered how to find peace where the sparrows live and how the answer to that quirky thought compared to my life-long desire to discover and abide in God’s presence. Those who know me,
Read moreHow to Experience Peace in the Pain
No one likes to go through pain, but Scripture tells us we can find peace–even exhorts us to find it. Therefore, peace in the pain is possible. We often hear that repetition in the Scripture
Read moreTime Wasted (Learning Peace When Plans Derail)
I bet you’ve had a day like this too: I woke up extra early with my list of errands in hand. My first stop was unexpectedly closed. Then the bridge was out, and the detour
Read moreFinding Balance
“Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus” (Mark 10:50 NIV). “Jump! I’ll catch you.” From early childhood, when I heard those words, I usually jumped. Was I scared? Often,
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