When I was a little girl, my brother, sister, and I would play Nintendo in our parents' basement. We loved the classics—Super Mario Brothers, Duck Hunt, and Tetris. But one game that really stuck with me was a Bible game called Joshua. The player helped Joshua conquer Jericho. And while I don’t remember all the details of the game, I do remember ...
Mommyhood
When My Actions Speak Louder Than My Words
A few years ago, I walked through James: Mercy Triumphs by Beth Moore. The study was both rich and convicting, shedding light on sins in my life that I had either ignored or hidden. While studying the commandment to “love your neighbor as yourself,” Beth referenced Matthew 5:19:“Anyone who breaks one of the least of these commandments and ...
What Are They Absorbing?
A couple of weekends ago, I had a rare moment of quiet before church began. But it didn’t last long. A 4th grade boy—who I know by face but have never really talked with—walked up and asked if he could show me a drawing he was working on. Without waiting for my answer, he flipped the paper upside down and dove into the backstory of his caricature ...
The Sacred Season of Motherhood
There are seasons in motherhood that feel long and heavy—and others that feel like they’re gone in a blink. I came across these words from a childhood friend, and they struck such a deep chord in me, I knew I had to share them. Maybe you're in the thick of it right now—wiping noses, reheating your coffee for the third time, and carrying what feels ...
Why the Bible Still Amazes Me {Giveaway}
A few years ago, I found myself in a little in-between season—one Bible study had ended and the next wouldn’t begin for another two weeks. While rummaging through my nightstand looking for a pen (why is it always so hard to find one when you need it?), I spotted four small, pocket-sized books I had tucked away for "someday." The one on top ...
The Things We Use to Fill the Void
“Yahweh allows the stuff of Earth to be lacking in its ability to fulfill us so that we have no choice but to look to Him for our ultimate satisfaction.” Priscilla Shirer, Elijah If you're like me, you don’t enjoy feeling like something is missing. We want to fill the empty places in our lives, to build purpose and meaning so we don’t have to ...
Embracing More this Year
As we move further into the new year, how are your resolutions and goals holding up? Did you know the second Friday of the year is known as "National Quitter's Day"? Have you stayed focused past January 10th? Accountability plays a crucial role in achieving goals. In a recent conversation, Melanie and I discussed her word of the year—"more"—but ...
Walking Together Through 2025
Her slumped shoulders and darkened eyes said it all. Her social media posts send flares of warning to the skies begging someone to provide hope and help. She is the epidemy of yet another absolutely, positively overwhelmed and exhausted mom. It's not a new look. I've seen the haunting images at church. At ...
Gratitude: Your Key to Beating Burnout
Some research shows an astounding 93% of mothers feel burned out today. By definition, "burnout is an overwhelming feeling of exhaustion." 93% of moms are burned out. Can you relate? I know exactly how you feel. I’ve experienced that overwhelming exhaustion from rushing between activities. I’ve felt drained from the endless ...
How to Avoid the “Shoulds” and Fully Enjoy this Holiday Season
If you’re an intentional person, chances are you’ve already started planning the perfect Christmas activities for your family—the ones that will help your children or grandchildren fall in love with baby Jesus, make good choices, and someday reflect back on your efforts with deep appreciation. But if you’re a procrastinator, you have plans to pull ...