You.  The Brave Pioneer.

You. The Brave Pioneer.

Do you ever feel like you can’t quite find the category that you fit into? I’m currently doing a Facebook live video series with my dad on women in the church to facilitate a healthy discussion on God’s heart, our response, and why any of 

To Call God a Liar

To Call God a Liar

There’s nothing quite like a good bout of discouragement. You can’t help breathing in the sweet aroma of suffering, savoring each sip of uncertainty. Nothing beats the warm fuzzies of financial or medical crisis, or the melodious moments of family division and dissonance. We can’t 

The Lie of Inevitable

The Lie of Inevitable

To say that cleaning is my top priority in life would be a gross exaggeration blatant lie. Yes, I know how to wield a mop; I’m just not willing to accept the battle of the floor to begin with. And I’m no stranger to dirty 

Advent Video Series on God’s Promises

Advent Video Series on God’s Promises

I hope you’ve all enjoyed your Christmas day! Here at our house we’re knee deep into our lego sets and puzzles, and I’m already dipping into my coffee loot. But what did you expect? Despite feeling a bit under the weather, I’ve truly been savoring 

I’m Stressed, You’re Stressed- And How We can Help Each Other

I’m Stressed, You’re Stressed- And How We can Help Each Other

“Yeah, you’re stressed and now you’re stressing me out and everyone else!” Said my 8 year old boy. When did my 2nd grader become a conniving wee therapist who could deftly wield a shovel to simultaneously unearth my mood and bury my parental authority alive? 

The Goodness of God (Hope Church Spoken Word)

The Goodness of God (Hope Church Spoken Word)

Our God is worthy of His name because His name encompases His eternal identity and He proves His identity to us over and over again.  Every name of Jesus represents His good heart. Healer. Redeemer. Hope. Savior. Hiding Place. We can place our hope in 

Thankfulness & Grace Space

Thankfulness & Grace Space

God has a funny way of bringing people together. Awhile back I posted about creating my “Ebenezer Board” which is about remembering God’s faithfulness in my life by physically keeping pictures of His goodness and provision as part of my living room decor.  Since that 

What the Labyrinth Taught Me About God’s Promises

What the Labyrinth Taught Me About God’s Promises

Well friends, I rediscovered these past two weeks that I’m not a super-human who can do all the things with no break. I have spent 10 of the last 16 days away from home, so I’ve been more scattered than usual.   November 2nd and 3rd 

The Cost of God’s Best Story for You

The Cost of God’s Best Story for You

“Your homework this week is to seek out difficult conversations.” My life coach had built me up and helped me pull out my mission statement, but then she left me with those jarring words.  Not only did she want me to respond boldly to difficult 

When Busyness Numbs What Matters Most

When Busyness Numbs What Matters Most

You could say I’m going through a “busy” season.  Here’s a list of reasons why: My kids are home on summer vacation. There’s 3 of them. I just published a book and have a launch party this Friday, July 27th. My schedule is packed with