I was going to go off on a huge rant today, but I immediately felt a check in my spirit. And so, this is a mini-rant to explain why I felt led to write this blog. It had to do with a tendency I see on social media where people think that comparison is needed […]
Sacrifice
No Roses But A Greater Sacrifice
This week is the second busiest week for florists, coming in just behind Mothers Day weekend. Roses and bouquets, chocolates, fine wine, dinners out, and other romantic gestures will reign supreme. Even kids will get into the action by giving each other store-bought valentines. It’s Valentines Day! But did you know this day was initially […]
Running the Actual Race is the Easiest Part
In about six weeks, signs that spring is around the corner will make their appearance long before the last stubborn icy snow patches melt in my city. Athletes and running enthusiasts will emerge from their indoor sports facilities and will once again take to sidewalks, bike paths, and nature trails. Promotional materials will plaster street […]
Get Out of my Way! My Destiny Awaits
“Don’t waste your valuable time with people that are not adding to your growth. Your destiny is too important.” I have read similar quotes from various authors and speakers so I won’t bother identifying the source beyond assuring you I’ve heard such comments from so-called motivational speakers or life coaches who claim to be Christ-followers. […]
Advent Series – Part One – He is Our Righteousness
The Cambridge dictionary defines Advent as the beginning of an event, the invention of something, or the arrival of a person. For Christians, Advent starts four weeks before Christmas. The season of Advent is meant to be one of hopeful reflection, anticipating the coming Messiah. I will be providing a devotion each week during Advent as […]
Before the Alarm Sounds
Living ready for the moments when God interrupts our ordinary lives I live within blocks of a fire station that serves a large metropolitan area. I am so accustomed to the sirens whizzing by that I no longer awaken from my sleep as fire trucks and ambulances race below me at night. I blissfully sleep […]
We are Called to Faint Not, Fight On!
“Be strong! We are not here to play, to dream, to drift, We have hard work to do, and loads to lift. Shun not the struggle, face it, ’tis God’s gift. Be strong! Say not the days are evil – who’s to blame? And fold the hands and acquiesce – O shame. Stand up, speak […]
The Heroes Of My Faith
My weakened eyesight makes it difficult to follow team sport. As a result, I’d be hard-pressed to name even one name on any of my city’s sports rosters. I also wasn’t your typical teenaged girl who had teen idol posters plastered on her walls. Batman, Robin, and the Lone Ranger were the heroes of my […]