3 Questions to ask your friends and go deeper
May 20th, 2013
This past weekend I had the privilege of leading a retreat for an incredible group of women. We discussed being real and authentic in our relationships and how that starts with understanding who we are because of God’s love for us. I shared my own testimony of holding people at arm’s length and hiding behind ...
Filed under: Doing Life Together, faith in action
Simple steps to host your own coffee break group
April 30th, 2013
It’s been such a joy to hear stories from women across the country about how they are sharing Isn’t it Time for a Coffee Break? with their friends. I’m incredibly humbled and forever grateful that you all are sharing this message with others. Some of these groups are meeting to discuss the book in coffee ...
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All things new
April 29th, 2013
I woke up to birds chirping this morning and the sun shining. Those are big deals around here, considering last week we had rain, snow and hail all on one day. I dug in the dirt in my garden this weekend. Even planted a few seeds. I’m reminded that the seasons do eventually change, and ...
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What’s Right in the World
April 22nd, 2013
Last week was one of those weeks where I had to consciously practice the discipline found in Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The things that are right and ...
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Two things I’ve learned from moving
April 8th, 2013
Thank you for your great participation in the Drop Everything and Encourage Day Challenge! (D.E.E.D.). The winner of the Dayspring pack of cards is…… Charmie!! Sandra posted a link to the “Random acts of Kindness Plate” in the comments as a great idea to encourage someone. It’s super creative and easy to do. I’m thinking ...
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Join the D.E.E.D. and Sow Seeds of Encouragement
April 1st, 2013
Have you ever thought to yourself, “I should call that person or send her a card….” and then the thought passes and so do the weeks? Then a few months later you find yourself cringing as you think again, “I should call that person or send her a card….” If you’re like me, you mean ...
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Going the extra mile
February 7th, 2013
“If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.” Matthew 5:41 “The extra mile is never crowded” Or so a church sign boasted. I confess, the glib statement kicked up some unholy thoughts. You see at the time I passed the sign, I happened to be running mile 20 of a ...
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A Time to Celebrate
January 28th, 2013
Today is the last day to enter for the final two birthday bash giveaways! You can win a coffee break package that includes a copy of my book here, or you can win a photo print with a scripture on it here. I understand now why most author’s signatures are illegible. It’s intentional. By the ...
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Birthday bash finale – another giveaway!
January 25th, 2013
It’s the final day of Birthday Bash where the presents are all for you! You still have time to enter to win a Coffee Break package! Enter to win here. Or for music cd’s from Circle of Friends, enter here. Congratulations to Cheri and Faye who won copies of Cindy Bultema’s story “He Loves Me.” ...
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2 Tips to Beat the Blues and Connect with Others
January 4th, 2013
The blog tour for Isn’t it Time for a Coffee Break? has begun. Be sure to check out this page for a current listing of participating blogs and multiple chances to enter to win some great prizes! Today’s guest post marks a first in my blog history. This is the first time that my ...