Have you ever lived through a season of life that seemed cold and winter-like? A time when there seemed to be no growth? Are you living in that season right now? Does your life feel life-less? Temperatures here in Ohio have been sub-zero. The ... Continue reading
Overwhelmed? A House of Cards, Foxes, or a Solid Rock?
A House of Cards I'm still thinking a good bit about the theme of feeling overwhelmed. Why? Because lately life feels like a house of cards just waiting to be toppled by a gust of wind. (Photo Credit) Crazy thing is, nothing is that bad in ... Continue reading
Overwhelmed? God’s Invitation
I didn't like what I read recently! (Problem is, I wrote it!!!) (Photo Credit) I complained to a good friend that my writing is making me feel like a hypocrite as I fail to practice the truths I'm writing about. Here's part of his response to ... Continue reading
Overwhelmed? God Answers
My Internal Battle I've been feeling overwhelmed for longer than I care to admit. There’s an accumulation of “stuff” churning inside; struggles with self-worth, memories of abandonment, and fears about the future – typical things that you may also ... Continue reading
Alone at Christmas?
Some of us may find it hard to admit that our lives aren't picture-perfect this time of year. And yet we know that merely going through the motions of the Christmas season will not allow us to forget our unmet longings and desires, heal our wounds, ... Continue reading
God’s Gift of Longing
"Longing" is a predominant experience of the Christmas season. Children long to unwrap presents. Grandparents long for their extended family to gather around the dining table. We all long to feel especially safe and loved during the Christmas ... Continue reading