The twinkling lights, the scent of pine needles, the joyful carols – Christmas is a season brimming with cheer. We gather with loved ones, exchange gifts, and celebrate the birth of Jesus. But amidst the …
Jesus & Faith
The Power of Amen | Why We Say It and Why It Matters
Did You Ever Wonder… Really Wonder? Why We Say “Amen” at the End of Prayer? Have you ever paused to consider the simple word “Amen”? It’s a word we often utter without much thought, a …
10 Uplifting Bible Verses | When Your Spirit Needs a Boost
Sometimes, we can get in a funk, am I right? Our emotions get wonky, with peaks of joy and valleys of despair. And we might find ourselves feeling weary, discouraged, and needing a spiritual pick-me-up. …
Praying in Jesus’ Name | A Bridge to Hearts Near and Far
The Strength in His Name: Interceding for Loved Ones and a World Unknown Prayer – a powerful conversation, a direct line to the divine. But have you ever wondered what it truly means to pray …
Sunday School Tears | Examining the Story of Lot’s Wife as Adults
The human mind is a funny thing. It holds onto certain memories with surprising tenacity, and sometimes, those memories aren’t always sunshine and rainbows. For many of us raised in Church, the story of Lot’s …
From Whining to Worship | A Summer Lesson in Gratitude
Let’s face it, life throws discomfort our way. We huddle under a blasting AC while simultaneously yearning for a cool breeze. Summer sun turns our living rooms into saunas, and winter wind chills us to …
Silence the Liar | Breathe Again
The Suffocating Liar Fear. It’s a primal emotion, a built-in alarm system that can keep us safe from danger. But sometimes, fear overstays its welcome. It morphs from a helpful nudge into a suffocating grip, …
Graceful Grit | Overcoming Obstacles
As we journey through life, we often encounter obstacles that seem impossible. These obstacles can take various forms, such as health challenges, financial struggles, or relationship difficulties. As aging Christian women, it’s important to remember …
When You Wake Up Feeling Yucky | Off-Kilter but Onward
Today, I woke up feeling a bit off. It wasn’t a specific ailment or a precise emotional state, just a general feeling of “yuckiness.” Have you ever had one of those days? Where everything seems …
The Giggles of Grace | Soft Tissues & Smiling Jesus
Have you ever noticed how a young child runs? It’s not a jog, not a walk – it’s a full-on, arms-pumping, unrestrained sprint! They don’t worry about how their hair looks or if their socks …
More Than Feathers | The Melody That Moved Me
Let’s be honest, birds can be a bit…well, loud. Especially at dawn when they seem determined to wake the entire neighborhood with their enthusiastic chirps. I wouldn’t call myself a “bird person.” While I appreciate …
Unlearning the World | A Deconstruction of Sorts
Deconstructing Our Worldly Selves Have you ever stopped to consider the beautiful paradox presented in John 17:15? Jesus prays to the Father, saying, “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, …