Today, as America marks a historic 250 years of independence, we pause to honor a foundational truth: freedom is never free. We are living in a liberty we did not earn, reaping a harvest we did not plant. The civic freedoms we enjoy today were bought at a tremendous price, woven together by the courage, … Continue reading Living in a Grace We Did Not Earn
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When the Spirit Speaks: Choosing Courage Over Silence
Feelings of self-doubt often fill my heart and mind. I constantly question how much and how often I should share my thoughts.The enemy whispers that I only share out of pride. Don't get me wrong, I am proud of what I write, but I don't do it alone. I write what He puts on my … Continue reading When the Spirit Speaks: Choosing Courage Over Silence
The Gift of an Interruption: An Unexpected Reset
Yesterday, the power went out. Apparently, a tree fell on a transformer and it blew. To make matters worse, we are in the midst of a heatwave—and it’s no secret that summer is definitely not my favorite season (and no, winter isn't either!). Kevin was outside washing the cars and I was piddling in the … Continue reading The Gift of an Interruption: An Unexpected Reset
Finding Peace
I'm feeling a bit down today,With no real reason why.I know that You are with me,Yet still I want to cry. The sadness overwhelming,as I keep the tears reigned in.Help me Lord to feel YouI know not where to begin. I call to You with silent pleas,my thoughts have run askew.I cannot find the words … Continue reading Finding Peace
The Make-Do and the Made New
I’ve had this little furniture set on my back porch for many years. She’s nothing fancy, but lately, the faux rattan on the arms has been breaking and fraying. Still, the rest of the frame is in perfectly good condition. In my frugality, I just couldn’t bring myself to trash the whole set and start … Continue reading The Make-Do and the Made New
The Masters Palette: Finding Spiritual Truth in a Daily Salad
Making lunch today turned into an unexpected moment of quiet worship. As I stood at the counter, knife in hand, chopping a vibrant mix of colorful vegetables, my mind drifted from the cutting board to the world at large. It hit me just how much a rich, varied salad reflects the beautiful complexity of the … Continue reading The Masters Palette: Finding Spiritual Truth in a Daily Salad
Just Pray
When I woke up this morning, the day felt completely off right out of the gate. As I went through my normal routine, my mind just wouldn't focus.Ryan has drill in Houston this weekend, so I took him to the airport. When I went to pick him up to leave, he said the exact same … Continue reading Just Pray
A Lifetime of Growth, One Daily Feeding at a Time
From day one of my sourdough journey, I knew there was a deeper story hidden in the flour and water. Meet Vera, an old name you don't hear much anymore, which means Faith and Truth. It felt fitting for a journey so rooted in both.That first day with Vera reminded me so much of the … Continue reading A Lifetime of Growth, One Daily Feeding at a Time
Finding God in the Little Things 