My young friend was in a hard place. He was newly married and had no job. A deeply committed believer, he was struggling with God. Many times he cried out to Him. “God, what are you doing in my life? Am I doing something wrong? Why aren’t you leading me?” Thorough self- examination provided no … Read More about Am I too Introspective?
I Need Grace in my Marriage
Do you need grace in your marriage? I do. Lately, I’ve realized how easy it is for me to get irritated or frustrated over the smallest things my husband John does or forgets to do. He’s forever losing his smart phone or the car keys. My natural tendency is to roll my eyes and groan … Read More about I Need Grace in my Marriage
Raising “Other-Centered” Kids in a “Self-Centered” World
“It’s my ball. I want it now.” “I want that blouse; you never let me get anything new.” “The coach should let me start in the game.” “I don’t want to do that; “I want to go out with my friends.” “I don’t like this food.” Me, Mine, I…sound familiar? Translation: It’s your job as my … Read More about Raising “Other-Centered” Kids in a “Self-Centered” World
My Top 8 Christmas Gift Ideas
Here are 8 of my favorite gift ideas for a variety of ages. They just may be ones you haven’t thought of…yet! Two new books for very young children! I Create by Christie Pettit, illustrated by Zayid Majid This beautifully illustrated book gives parents the language with which to encourage all types of creativity in … Read More about My Top 8 Christmas Gift Ideas
When a Friend is in Need
Recently we had a family crisis. Our grandson Mac, age 6, suddenly became ill and needed an emergency liver transplant. (read story here). Mac is a quadruplet so he has 3 siblings also age 6 and a sister age 8. Today, one month post-op, Mac is doing very well and the doctors are pleased. He … Read More about When a Friend is in Need
Life Lessons from My Dog
My husband John and I are real dog people. In fact, now we’re on our 5th golden retriever. When I was pregnant with our first child I actually phoned my mother to ask, “Mom, what if I don’t love this baby as much as I love my dog?” After she finished laughing, my Mom assured … Read More about Life Lessons from My Dog
Finding Peace
Finding peace-really? There’s a verse in Scripture that has always annoyed me. It’s Paul’s advice in Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayers and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and … Read More about Finding Peace
What do we most need?
For several weeks I’ve been mulling over this question: “What do I need the most?” Yes I need forgiveness, wisdom, help, peace, freedom from fear, a sense of purpose, etc. But if I had to boil it down to one thing, what would it be? For me it would be a sense of Immanuel: God … Read More about What do we most need?
