Hope and change: two powerful words behind every resolution. Whether made on January 1 or another new beginning, we hope for better and resolve to change. But let’s not lose sight of where our ultimate hope resides by creating hope inspired goals. Resolutions are declarations to change. Change is difficult. It takes reflection, understanding ourselves …
Peace is one of the most elusive yet desired states of being. Whether we realize it or not, we all long for peace in us. Why do we crave comfort and familiar or play to our strengths? Because it’s comfortable and peaceful. But God grants us peace even in the uncomfortable. He meets us in …
Shop the Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals, get the tree up, hang the Christmas decorations, make cookies, create, order, address, and mail the cards, plan and host the parties, and don’t forget to remember the reason for the season! Whew! This is NOT how to overflow with joy this season. How to Overflow with …
Windy rain swirls withered leaves into a brown residue amid the gray day. As colorful as those leaves were a few weeks ago, they now are disintegrating as the season shifts. Life’s seasons shift too and often leave our path unclear. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t still follow Him amid shifting seasons. For everything …
“I just want to rest!” I commented to my friend Sunday morning. My mind, body, and soul were aching to rest. Regrettably, it was not to be last weekend. I honored the Sabbath by attending church, but it was a whirlwind to get there, a rush the rest of the day until finally a collapse …