Job sits in utter misery. Four men sit with him, ostensibly to offer comfort and encouragement as Job grieves the sudden loss of his children, his servants,… Read more “The Day Job’s Wish Came True: An Easter Meditation”
The Folly of Donkey Basketball
On a recent visit out-of-state to see extended family, we were treated to tickets for an unusual event in a nearby rural town. The town’s high school… Read more “The Folly of Donkey Basketball”
For the Wounded and Weary: The Grace of Banquet and Banner
At my house, preparations for Thanksgiving are in full swing, and for the most part, all is ready. But if I’m honest…I’m not ready. Not on the inside. I’m… Read more “For the Wounded and Weary: The Grace of Banquet and Banner”
On the Other Side of Surrender: Grace That Vanquishes Fear
It isn’t that I’d never been afraid before. I had struggled with my share of anxiety, especially after I became a parent. I was the mom who double-checked car… Read more “On the Other Side of Surrender: Grace That Vanquishes Fear”
John Bunyan, Grace, and the Key of Promise
I have sweet memories of my father reading a modernized version of John Bunyan’s classic allegory Pilgrim’s Progress to my little brother and me when we were… Read more “John Bunyan, Grace, and the Key of Promise”
A Lesson While Planning: Weaving Grace into the Daily Rhythms of Life
So far, the Holy Spirit has declined to equip me with a schedule detailing all of his will for me each day—and the grace to carry it out—in advance. There is a reason for that.
You Are Invited
You can now also find me on Bloglovin, where it’s easy to follow your favorite blogs and never miss a post! Use the link below to follow… Read more “You Are Invited”
The Extravagant Grace of Were
For the last month, my social media feeds have been full of celebration as friends around the country post about the school year ending. Many of my… Read more “The Extravagant Grace of Were”
In Every Season: Grace and the Spiritual Gifts
As spring fades into summer here in the South, another kind of season is approaching along with the longer days and warmer weather: wedding season. While most… Read more “In Every Season: Grace and the Spiritual Gifts”
While I Was Mopping: A Lesson on Grace and Holiness
Late one morning last week, I was mopping my kitchen floor with the combination of resentment and resignation this particular task always brings out in me. Let’s just say housekeeping is… Read more “While I Was Mopping: A Lesson on Grace and Holiness”
