Have you ever had to stop and ask for directions? Do you depend on a GPS or a map? Most likely, we all have needed to recalculate our direction. Several years ago, while sitting on the sofa …
Perspective for the Faith Journey
Have you ever had a change of perspective? Years ago our family took attempted downhill skiing. From the base of the mountain, I felt invigorated by the mountain air to rise to the challenge of …
Verses for the Faith Journey Essentials
In Essentials for the Faith Journey, four necessities are given for our spiritual growth: reading the Word of God, prayer, worship, and fellowship. Here are additional verses for each of those key …
Essentials for the Faith Journey
Hiking is a physical pilgrimage that parallels the spiritual faith journey in challenges and adventure. In our eagerness to start a hike in the dense forest on the Napali Coast of Hawaii, Rick and …
The Pack Shack : Be Neighborly
What's "Feed the Funnel" and The Pack Shack? At the recent Arkansas Women Bloggers University, I was perplexed to see an activity on the schedule for Saturday afternoon—“Feed the Funnel party for The …
Finding the Selah Moment to Rest in the Lord
Selah, a Hebrew word is regarded as a musical term indicating a pause or interlude. Beyond its musical implication, it can be a pause or rest for us in the activity of life. A selah moment would be a …
Diamonds in the Dust
Diamonds are fascinating, sparkling, and a symbol of love. When Rick and I were first head-over-heals in love during college, we ventured into engagement ring shopping. After searching many jewelry …
A Magnificent Mystery: Holiness and Grace
What comes to mind when you think of God’s holiness? Is He off somewhere on a far mountain? Is He unapproachable in a sanctuary dimly lit with candles? Or is He right where you are, in midst …
Ready for a Summer Escape?
Ready for a summer escape? The days are hotter and the air is humid. Ball games have been played and Vacation Bible School is over. The family vacation is either over or will occur in the next few …
Abiding in Christ and The Grace Impact
As we grow in our faith, we learn more about abiding in Christ. Abiding is a life-long process of nurturing faith through seeking and worshipping God. This develops through prayer and …
The Grace Impact Release GiveAway
It's Release Day for The Grace Impact! I would love to give away another copy of the book. Please leave a comment on this post and you will be entered in the drawing. Winner will be chosen Sunday …
A Lesson of Commitment
My word for year--commit--tested me. Rather, it guided me in making a decision. I wanted to back out of a commitment I made months ago, something that is to continue through the next five months. But …
Courage, Trust, or Commit?
Courage, trust or commit? Which will direct me in 2015? In a previous post, I shared how the new year is an appropriate time to commit to reflection and recalibration of your life, to look forward …
Abide – 2014 in Review
The one word that guided me through 2014 was ABIDE. As I reflect on the past year, I see how I've been encouraged by those five letters. I discovered this word is both an active and …
Seven Tips to Prepare for Christmas
Prepare for Christmas! Tis the season for massive to-do lists, increased spending, and high expectations. The decorating and shopping have begun. Family get-togethers are formulating. It is easy to …
Searchlight of the Heart
The lantern atop a lighthouse sweeps back and forth over the dark waters in continual motion. The beam guides ships through the night, but also reveals the dangers of rocks and sandbars. …
The Ultimate Valentine
The ultimate valentine has been sent to us. It expresses is an unending love of such magnitude that it is hard for us grasp, far beyond our limited comprehension. But it is so real. The Word of God …
True Security
Hatchlings in a nest. A baby asleep in mom's arms. A family hunkered in a warm house while a winter storm paralyzes the outside world in snow and ice. All these are images of security. Security …
8 Verses for Abiding in Christ
The tiny leaf in the middle of the photo illustrates the word "abide." It is new growth, protected by larger leaves. The smaller one shares the same source of nourishment for life. But if it is …
Abide in Grace
Last year, instead of resolutions, I chose one word to focus and guide my actions. This approach was new to me. The word for 2013 was "intentional." This word helped me focus on and complete some …
