What’s Shaping Me?
I remember sitting in one of my communication classes in college, and the professor shared something that’s stuck with me ever since. He said that teenagers—especially middle schoolers—are often the […]
Pray Continually
The year was 1995. Cell phones were just coming into existence, but were bulky and expensive. There was a new thing called the World Wide Web that had my music […]
Held Fast by an Unchanging God
One thing I’ve begun to realize more and more lately is how short I really am. I understand that it’s probably different for tall people. You are likely constantly—and painfully—aware […]
Trust the Gardener
While mowing my yard this weekend, I made the initial pass along the edge of my flower beds that wrap the corners of my house. As I turned the corner, […]
Living Faithfully Between the Milestones
“I’ll have a lobstah roll, please.” As I write this, I have just returned from a wonderful week away with my family—Emma’s graduation trip—a reminder to us of how quickly […]
Trusting God With What We Have
I pray I’m the only one, but I laughed during my wedding vows. When the pastor asked me to repeat for richer or poorer, all I could think was I’ve […]
Warning Signals for Christians
Most of us are familiar with warning signals in our cars. There are the ones that we tend to ignore, like the low fuel warning light, and then others that […]
Explicit Content: Living Boldly for Christ
Music has always been a major influence in my life. My parents were band directors. My dad was a minister of music, and I also served as a music minister. […]
Fresh Beginnings
What in the world just happened? It was 80° two days ago, and today we have freeze advisories in effect!!! As the days grow longer and the first signs of […]
Walk in Love & Forgiveness
Can you believe he said that? I can’t believe they made that decision! I am so hurt by what he did. I can’t stand to be in the same room […]