Do you ever wonder what in the world you're doing? As in, I have no business… Parading around in this position I am obviously unqualified for; sitting among a bunch of smarties in this over-my-head class; parenting kids who should’ve been gifted a mom with oodles of energy; hanging with friends maintaining way more togetherness than my mess-of-a-life; being a part of a family needing so much more than I have to dish out… I have no business doing… (you fill in the blank). Seriously! ... VIEW POST
Feeling “Less Than”? God Still Loves You “More Than.”
Weakness is a Gift Used for Encouraging Others.
Do you ever wonder why you struggle so much? When others seem to roll through life’s punches with ease. Year after year I pondered this perplexing question about myself. And when I started noticing it wasn’t always necessarily that my circumstances were worse off than "hers," I then got caught up in the angst of something-must-really-be-wrong-with-me self reflections. Why do I feel bummed when others are beaming with smiles of contentment? What’s with my lingering worry when fellow ... VIEW POST
When you’re still, He’s still working.
“Hey God, it’s me, ‘TIRED’… again.” (Insert eye roll.) Could this be you? With a mile long list screaming “Tackle me! Or else… You’re going to fail, run out of time, miss the mark!” Yes??? ...But you just can’t. You’re bursting at the seams to slash through those to dos and dash over the finish line of peace and accomplishment, but you got “nada”! The gas tank is signaling a big fat “E!” As in, you may not even have enough fumes to crawl your way to fuel. The only speck of energy you ... VIEW POST
What looks bad, God says is GOOD.
Shame on me. As I stumbled to the bathroom to wipe the sleep from my eyes, I allowed the simmer of grumbling to slip into my wearied morning fog. I know better by now. The life of joy and peace I’ve been running hard after has no space for complaints and victimizing thoughts of self-pity. But, when I settle my gaze on what seems wrong, the reality of all that’s good, is hidden in the shadows. We do it to ourselves. And I began to. But I fought back. You know you ... VIEW POST
Jesus is Right Beside You… Always.
Would you start (or restart) your day with me here? In this prayer… Good morning Jesus… I know you’re here. Right beside me. I may as well pull up a chair, and visualize the reality of your close presence. Thank you for showing up. I know I can always count on You. You’re constantly ready to encourage me, and meticulously guide my steps. You’re eager to extend your joy and peace as I make each move. Oh, how I need that. When I get up from this place, will you follow me? ... VIEW POST
Child of God, You Have Nothing to Fear.
Discouragement and overwhelm are knocking on the walls of my weary heart. Do you sense the unwelcome guests? If this is you too, I’d like to remind you (and me) of something... Child of God, nothing can separate you from God’s love and power - not for a second. This means in every detail, each tiny step you take, through all moments of confusion, frustration, loneliness, busyness, or exasperated struggle in your day... you are being held. His almighty power remains in control. He allows ... VIEW POST
