We all remember “the first time” we learned something, saw something, or experienced something memorable. That new information filled that part of our brain like a dry sponge and every time after that was just extra. Based on that theory, don’t you want to be the one to soak up the sponge in your child’sContinue reading “The Law of Firsts”
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Being Lucky vs Being Shady as Hell
Being lucky is finding $100 in a coat you bought at the thrift store and you have no idea how to return it to the original owner. You bought it, it’s yours, you could donate it if you wanted, but you don’t have to. Being shady as hell is borrowing your friend’s coat and findingContinue reading “Being Lucky vs Being Shady as Hell”
What’s Karen Got to Do With It?
Ever notice how people who aren’t trying to grow spiritually or people who have a really high horse they’re on like to point out everyone else’s sin? It’s super annoying. Guess what!? Churches are full of sinners. Yep. It’s true! 100% sinners. I’d rather be called a hypocrite by a busy body than never feelContinue reading “What’s Karen Got to Do With It?”
When Someone You Love Struggles
Seeing someone you love struggle with spiritual warfare is a helpless feeling. My natural instinct is to dig in and fix it. Lean in and love them harder. Until I realize the enemy would love to be the reason I sacrifice even the tiniest bit of faith, rerouting my effort and time away from myContinue reading “When Someone You Love Struggles”
Failure = Opportunity
Epic fail or divine purpose? There are not a lot of things more discouraging than feeling like you’ve failed at something. You start to convince yourself you’re incapable of change, better off without trying again, and basically put your own ball and chain around your ankle. Consider the idea that God will re-purpose your garbageContinue reading “Failure = Opportunity”
What’s Big Enough to Pray For?
Sometimes I don’t think about praying for “little” things because I feel like they should be my responsibility or because I think “I can’t bother Him with that.” Wow. How foolish to insert my judgment over His. God should get to decide which prayers are important & which ones aren’t. He already knows what’s onContinue reading “What’s Big Enough to Pray For?”
Who Are Your People?
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” Luke 16:10 NIV My best friendships have been discovered through the truth in these words. If you want to feel God’s love in action, look for the people inContinue reading “Who Are Your People?”
Deeper Than a Puddle 