Sometimes the most unexpected moments teach the clearest lessons. I’m learning that brand names are not better, even though the world keeps nudging us to believe they are. As I sat in my kitchen today thinking about a recipe I wanted to try, I didn’t expect it to spark reflection about identity, pride, and the quiet … Read more
If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve blown it so badly that God can’t use me anymore,” you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. It’s a heavy place to live – believing that your mistakes have erased your purpose. But Scripture tells us in Romans 11:29 that Gods calling on your life is irrevocable. That means He doesn’t take … Read more
Ever found yourself quietly wondering, “How much of my life have I lived?” It’s one of those subtle, soul-searching questions that don’t always come with a loud alarm—but it does linger in your thoughts like a soft echo. I’ve asked myself that exact question more than once. Not because I was in a midlife crisis. Not because … Read more
Hey there, Beautiful! Yes, I called you beautiful because you absolutely are! Today, I was thinking about the concept of Godly beauty. It inspired me to ponder my own weird perceptions of beauty. Sometimes, I write about beauty. In fact, a while ago, I wrote this long post about hair. Hair doesn’t make us beautiful. … Read more
Returning to social media has me pondering Christian beauty—what it is and is not. I am in no way attempting to make anyone feel bad in this post, but I hope to prompt some contemplation about Christian beauty definitions – as a notion. Here is the truth. If you grew up outside of a Christian … Read more
Today, I read about the woman in the Bible who had the bleeding problem. I believe the King James says she had “an issue of blood.” The Bible story woman with issue of blood wasn’t named in the Bible, but she was so meaningful and noteworthy – at least to me. I’ll tell you why … Read more
