Therefore I tell you,Not your circumstances nor your fickle heart, but I your Lord and Savior speakdo not be anxiousRest … More
Category: priorities
The Work of Love
It was John Trainer who said, “the children are not a distraction from the work; the children are the work.” … More
Roots
I have always loved trees. Flat topped acacias, intimidating and bizarre baobabs with their spindly tops, flame touched poinsettia trees, … More
Some Thought Questions for Spiritual Training
I came upon this gem looking through my dad’s old bulletin articles and notes. No matter how old your child … More
First Response
Lifting up his eyes, then, and seeing that a large crowd was coming toward him, Jesus said to Philip, “Where … More
Lord
Lord, you are faithful,To forgive when I confess,To keep loving though I have not earned it,To keep your promises. You … More
When Your Children Ask
Children are like keeping high fidelity microphones in the house. They pick up on adult conversations, new purchases, and when … More
My Dad Was a List Maker
My dad was a list maker. In a journaling book, he left a list for me of five of the … More
You Were Made
You were made, my love, for great things.These talents you already possess, these quirks of personhood already emerging –You have … More
Decisions, Decisions
I was talking with a friend the other day about her future and the decisions she will need to make … More