Overflowing

I love to watch waterfalls, even small ones. There is something about the overwhelming rush of the water. The cliff…

First Things First

This week I have been struck with my own limitations. It’s not just that I can’t get everything done –…

Being at Home

Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.…

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…

Saying What I Need to Hear

Spending large amounts of time with children is vastly rewarding and encouraging (also often exhausting!). Lately, I have been struck…

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…

Simplicity and Direction

And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man. ~ Luke 2:52 In all the myriad of…

What Happens When I Go to Bible Class

I have a little friend in my preschool Bible class who has autism. Though I taught in public schools for…

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,…

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…