I know it sounds cheesy, but even more than the bus itself, the bigger blessing was marrying the kind of man who is willing to fix it up: A man who doesn’t give up on things when they are old. A man who recognizes some things are worth saving. A man who spends his time fixing it up. That’s God’s provision, right there.
Everyone has a different definition of “making it”, but since we were in middle school this has been one of those life goals I couldn’t shake. There’s nothing quite like seeing a book on a shelf and knowing you’ve written something inside. Publication: not to become known, but to create something worth knowing.
The backdrop of needy children actually reinforced this truth of the devotional below: we come to someone with our needs when we believe they can provide.
Churches have a profound opportunity to influence the decision-making process of mothers facing unplanned pregnancies. By rooting their advocacy in scripture and providing comprehensive, compassionate support, churches can embody the same kind of love and grace Jesus showed. To love one's neighbor as oneself includes the unborn and their mothers.
A recent webinar by The Human Change Movement on AI, transhumanism, and human connection raised some thought-provoking questions about the digital future: How do we develop an AI that helps rather than hinders human interaction? What happens when technology offers us not just information or entertainment but affection, companionship, and intimacy? As a Christian, it … Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Human in an Age of AI?
As my husband, he makes me feel safe. And as nice as that is… safety is more than a feeling. It takes precaution and measured action and preparation. Sometimes that means working out so he is strong enough to protect his kids. Sometimes that means having the boldness to request the music change. But it always means trusting God’s will for our life and for our family.
Rather than freaking out over every minor imperfection, they look to the only One who is Perfect - Jesus Christ. The desire to be like Him is perhaps the most important quality of all. Together, they encourage and support one another to become more like Christ every day!
I consider Tami to be a personal mentor of mine, so it's no wonder I wanted to feature her #truelovestory on our blog! She and her husband Paul have led the young parenting class at our church for years! And there is always something I glean from their love for God and their life experience. … Continue reading Seeing God’s Provision Through People | Tami’s True Love Story
Every mom will tell you that birth is an incredibly emotional experience, divinely ordained to usher new life into this world. As a mother, your body is the very vessel that God uses to create something beautiful. You get to participate with God in the creation of life. There are few things more humbling and awe-inspiring. And yet, for me, death has never felt as threatening as the moments surrounding birth. With each delivery there has been something acutely painful, shocking or traumatic that has occurred, reminding me that birth, like everything else, has been marked by the Fall.
A DAY IN MANHATTAN We sat down in the velvet upholstered seats at the Broadway Theater. Marquee bulbs lit up the entrance with a warm glow as we made our way through a bustling crowd of eager theater goers. Some were dressed to the nines in their glitzy flapper era attire and others looked like … Continue reading A Cautionary Tale on Our 10 Year Anniversary
