The Day the Christmas Story Changed

I have known the Christmas story my whole life. I am familiar with all of the details. I’m well acquainted with Mary, young and innocent as she listens wide-eyed and terrified to the angel Gabriel. He informs her that she will be the mother of the long-awaited Messiah. How can this be? It isn’t even … Read more

Can You Borrow Someone Else’s Faith?

One of my favorite Bible stories is recorded in Mark 2 and Luke 5. Jesus had begun his earthly ministry and news about him had spread. Not only did he teach with authority about the matters of God, but with a simple word or a gentle touch, he was able to wipe out fevers, cure … Read more

Don’t Believe What You See In the Mirror

My hatred of the mirror began when I was very young. I detested almost everything about the girl who looked back at me. I had come to believe some things about myself that just were not true. It took years to discover what the truth really was. And it took decades to actually accept that … Read more

10 Things That Make Forgiveness Easier

I’ve been a Christian for more than 50 years. I know exactly what the Bible teaches about forgiveness. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 I know I’m supposed to forgive. But what if I choose not to? Or what if it is … Read more

He Holds Your Hand Even When You Feel Like You’re Sinking

One Sunday, I watched David, a young father from my church, walking across the parking lot.  In one arm, he held his newborn baby.  His toddler, Matthew, was walking beside him, holding his other hand.  Matthew had to reach up so far to hold his dad’s hand that his feet barely touched the ground.  They … Read more

What I Learned From the Sadness of Easter

I painted the walls in my office bright happy colors. There are no window dressings so that every single bit of sunshine can make its cheery way into my happy place. I love this space! It is where my creative juices flow best. I spend hours sitting here writing and creating. But today a chill has settled on the room.

It’s because of Easter.

Why Won’t God Let Me Get Pregnant?

All I ever wanted was to be a mom. I never had dreams of becoming a teacher or a doctor or world changer.  I just wanted to get married and have a family. After Brian and I had been married for three years, we decided it was time to start our family. Finally! I was … Read more

Best Christmas Books for Christian Kids

I have spent more than 30 years celebrating Jesus’ birthday with kids, first as the mom of four boys, then as a third-grade teacher, and now as a grandma. Whether snuggled up on the couch with my grandson or sitting on the classroom rug with eight- and nine-year-olds, one of my favorite things to do … Read more