He came in with a ridiculous outfit. He already stood out in that crowd, being a full head and shoulders … More
Category: Perseverance
Teach Me to Trust
Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God … More
It’s not Here – It’s There
At first there was just the hazy glow of dawn, the almost imperceptible lightening around me, colors beginning to swirl … More
The God Who Sees
There is no one but the earth to brace her side as her body is beset with pains. She lies … More
Eating an Elephant
My dad (and grandpa) had this great and humorous saying: How do you eat an elephant?(Cue the big cheesy grin)One … More
On unresolved issues, unanswered questions, and peace
No one likes things unresolved – the strain of not knowing, the questions left unanswered, the problem left… hanging. We … More
When It’s Good to Run Away
There’s a scene in Finding Nemo (the children’s movie) where a large school of fish rush past the main characters, … More
On Expectations, Trying to Do Everything and the Will of God
I have a secret to tell you, dear reader. I can’t do everything. In fact, sometimes (ok, often), when I … More
Ripped Pages, Ripped Souls
My little girl has recently been tempted greatly to tear book pages. (yes, this is why someone invented board books). … More
The Pace of the Children
Then Esau said, “Let us journey on our way, and I will go ahead of you.” But Jacob said to him, “My … More