With no houses on the market, we wondered if the plan to scale back and simplify was going to work. There was no Plan B, and our lease was only until June 30. (Read Part 1, Part 2, Part 3.) May 1, the landlord called and got right to the point. “We’re selling our rental […]
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A Prayer for Letting Go
As the calendar changes and we sail into summer, so many of us are struggling to let go. Father, we need your grace and strength to embrace the changes ahead of us. We know we have to open our hands and release what we’re holding before our hands have room to accept what is new. […]
You are a Royal Victor
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. –James 1:12 (NIV) “Well, at least no test lasts forever!” My 11-year-old daughter slurped yogurt for her after school snack as we discussed the […]
4 Verses to pray over your home during the holidays
As we head into the holiday season, our thoughts often turn toward home–from traveling to visit family and friends faraway to preparing to welcome people into our homes. It’s also a season of grief as we recognize the people who won’t be joining us at home for the holidays, or those who have been displaced […]
Big News!
I’m excited to announce that last week I signed a book contract with Worthy Publishing to write a book on praying for your community. With all the events of the past weeks in the world around us, I feel the urgency to pray for my neighbors, my community, and the world around me more than […]
6 Lessons from Cancer Everyone Should Learn
Two years ago, my husband Kedron had surgery to remove his thyroid and the surrounding cancer. We are so grateful that he continues to feel well and receives cancer-free reports. Last year, as Kedron reflected on the one-year anniversary of his surgery, he wrote about 6 lessons he’s learned. With his permission, I’m re-sharing it […]