Sometimes I need an honest reminder of what it truly means to walk in the grace I’ve been given.If I am being completely honest with myself, living out my faith in community hasn't always been easy. I’ve caught myself—and seen how easily any of us can—holding a grudge or pointing a finger when things get … Continue reading Guarding My Heart Without Closing It
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The Dissolved Salt: Grace in the Fridge
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again?” ~ Matthew 5:13 I am still very much a novice at sourdough. Every week with a bowl of starter and flour feels like a humble lesson — a quiet mix of patience, timing, and … Continue reading The Dissolved Salt: Grace in the Fridge
In The Hands of The Potter
"Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand..." — Jeremiah 18:6We rarely know when we wake up each morning who will leave an imprint on our heart by the time the sun sets.Looking back over my own life, I can see the Master Potter’s hand in the good, the … Continue reading In The Hands of The Potter
When Plans Change: A Lesson in Divine Provision
Our quiet cul-de-sac is usually just that—quiet. But yesterday, it was a whirlwind of activity from 7:00 a.m. until well past 10:00 p.m. Between the construction trucks, the neighbors’ cars, and our own driveway packed to capacity, our little dead-end street looked more like a busy metropolitan intersection.It was a long day, but as I … Continue reading When Plans Change: A Lesson in Divine Provision
Finding God in the Little Things 