Last week I shared a breakdown I experienced (was going through). It was the result of shame, negativity and lies I was telling myself. It was rooted in relational strains, wanting more control of my life and ideas for change …
Restoring Joy – Part 3
Driving home Thursday I had an overwhelming sense of sadness. I’d been fighting this for a long time but I could no loner contain it. At home I couldn’t do anything but lie in bed and cry, one of those …
Restoring Joy – Part 2
As I reflected on last week’s post, past conversations from those who recently worked through loss came to mind. Many of them found that the biggest challenge was working through what can best be described as an “emotional fog”. This …
Encouragement that can change a life
After our family participated in the service this past Sunday and were working through the questions after, a very significant thought came to mind. As we were going through the question of how others have encouraged us, I was immediately …
Restoring Joy
Think back to your favorite movie scene. Would you remember it if it contained no music? I am envious of composers who, through their music, can add passion, suspense and excitement. They make the moment unforgettable. We try to do …
The Discipline of Humility
Humility is a funny thing to focus on for a Spiritual Discipline. In one sense, it’s pretty important because well, who wouldn’t agree that we are often selfish and need adjustment in this area? On the other hand by focusing …
Hospitality
“I was afraid that I would never see rain again”. When I read those words, I thought there is a man with a story to tell! Who in their right mind would ever say that? Especially when they live in …
Memorization
Memorization often has a rote reputation to it. It can often be synonymous with watching paint dry, water boil, or standing in too long of a line. It is often at the end of a list of priorities to get …
Open the Eyes of My Heart Lord
My heart is heavy; I feel overwhelmed and burdened. “Lord, I’m trying to be strong. Tough, thick skinned.” I wait silently in the comfort of a longtime friendship. A friendship where nothing needs to be said but much often is. …