Psalm 127:3-4Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. I feel a growing fire in my bones when I think of the great evil being perpetrated against children today. From abortion to human trafficking to an overwhelmed […]
Extend compassion and mercy for your sake
Seated on a couch outside, I laid my heart bare before my friend as I sobbed. I was hurt. In that moment of our friendship, it felt as if she could only find ways to pick me apart. Though I opened myself with sincerity, I expected her to respond with indifference or excuses, shrugging off […]
Halloween: It’s Innocent, or Is It?
Friend, as someone who deeply cares about you and your family, I feel compelled to share my thoughts on the topic of Halloween. Proceed at the risk of your comfort. Growing up, Halloween was one of my favorite holidays. I don’t know of any kid who doesn’t like dressing up (except my boy—but that’s a […]
Gratitude: A Doorway to Joy
Gratitude is a doorway to joy. I first heard the Lord speak this to me as I peered through the window of a dark basement during the 2020 COVID pandemic. As someone who isn’t naturally a homebody, I started feeling confined and gloomy. As I internally complained about being stuck in a “dungeon,” I suddenly […]
A Nudge to Write
I’ve had the nudge to write for a while, to share with others the journey the Lord has taken and is taking me on. I’m not one who wants a platform or a spotlight though, no matter how small or big. I like living a quiet life, tucked away from the busyness of social media […]