2016 and a Fragile Faith
Dude. 2016: That’s gonna leave a mark. Not so much here — or here — but right along in here. (If you know what I mean.) Looking back over the […]
Quit the Crowd[ed inn]
My son played the innkeeper in the church Christmas play this year. He’s a fifth-grader, aging out, a good foot taller than every other child. Cas was, of course, a […]
Let every heart prepare Him a dirty room {He doesn’t mind the mess}
Every time I think about the King of Heaven choosing a stable as His grand entrance to the world He’d been waiting to save, I can hardly breathe. It makes […]
When All Is Well, I Say to My Soul
Grief is distant health is near gratitude is easy roof is sturdy table is bountiful every need is met and yet I must remember to say to my soul: Go […]
Mercy is More Than Enough
The Name of God is Mercy is a book I’d highly recommend. It’s a collection of interviews with Pope Francis, as he named 2016 “the year of mercy.” I have zero […]
Mercy Is More Than Enough
The Name of God is Mercy is a book I’d highly recommend. It’s a collection of interviews with Pope Francis, as he named 2016 “the year of mercy.” I have […]
To the Wellspring
I wake thirsty and thankful Knowing just where to find you. I draw down deep dip my ladle into eternal, living waters within. Spring up, o well within my soul […]
Love is a Person.
Reading through the gospels recently, I’ve noticed something seemingly uncharacteristic about Jesus. He never came out and told His disciples, “I love you.” It’s true, go see! We think of Jesus as […]
God Will Not Let You Stay Stuck // A Life Lesson from Toddlers
“God will not let you stay stuck.” Weeks ago I read an article with this title, and ever since I have kept that Safari window open on my phone. It’s a […]
4 Ways to Not Feel Like a Slave in Your Own Home
Isn’t it the time of year when you get the hamster wheel feeling? Me too. Revisiting this (most viewed) post today to find true north and return to joy. I’d […]