Safe People

God’s grace and love. That’s what I want others to see in me. Christians and non-Christians alike. Continue reading →

Wrestling

Sometimes we deny our struggles with God and his purposes because it feels disrespectful or disobedient. Continue reading →

Owning “it”

At least a couple of times a week, Boomer breaks through a temporary fence to eat in a “restricted” area in the pasture. I have yet to see Ernie in there. Others claim that Ernie has crossed the line, too, but I don’t believe it. Ernie knows better. If he did, I’m sure it’s because Boomer went first. Ernie is never the problem. Continue reading →

Learning from Liberty

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Liberty. I love that word even more now after adopting Libby (Liberty). She is already starting to set my heart free from self-centeredness and hardness. Her innocence and ability to enjoy such simple things brings me back to reality. Back to simple pleasures. Continue reading →

Changing Behaviors

God’s refining work in me often happens when I’m running. Continue reading →

Fear versus precaution

What is the difference between fear and precaution? What Scripture references may help me discern between the two? Continue reading →

A Reluctant Leader

I’m learning leadership on the go, from examples in my past and trial and error. Continue reading →

Bearing (almost) All

Disguising our true feelings, thoughts, weaknesses leads to pretense, facades and lack of authenticity in families, friendships, workplaces and even (or especially) in our churches. Continue reading →

Praying Boldly

In James 5:16, the apostle encourages us to confess our sins to one another and pray for one another. It’s a sequence: confession and then prayer. Confession must come first. Today I share my bold prayers. Continue reading →

A Confession

Confession spoken from a repentant heart is the gateway to many things. Continue reading →