Helping you connect your faith with your real life
It’s no secret that I have an affinity for books. (I share some of my favorites here.) But sometimes there is a book that deserves more than a listing and summary. Today I have just that book! I love picture books. There’s something magical about the ability to weave words and images together so concisely
I had no idea how to start this post. Mostly because I was making it too complicated. Instead, God showed me to be simple. Awhile back I read Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World by Bob Goff. It encouraged me in ways other books have not. I felt inspired, challenged, and
I’ve always loved the routine of school. There’s rules and structure and opportunity to learn. But sometimes all that structure can feel like a lot to juggle. September is always hard here. The transition from summer fun to schedules can be tough. Add to it a handful of orientations, parent nights, and school supply lists
Devotionals are a great way to help us grow in our faith, even when life feels busy. Check out these devotional ideas for the whole family. As I tucked my kids my kids in for the night and walked down the hall all I could think was: another day and I didn’t even teach them
I love a good book and I love a good list. Following Melanie Shankle’s lead I created a list for you. Church of the Small Things has been re-released this fall with a fancy new cover and title: It’s All About the Small Things (check it out here) On to the list! In no particular
Years ago I stumbled upon a book that I fell in love with. But I can’t tell you what it’s called. The book was meaningful and deep, yet still entertaining. It didn’t tie things up in a perfect Christian bow, but it felt real. Almost like I could step right into it, look around and
Redeeming Love is one of the most impactful books I’ve ever read. And it goes deeper than just the great story. It strengthened my faith. I don’t like to read books multiple times. It might have something to do with how I like to check things off and move on. But there was something about this
It’s been awhile since we’ve talked books here on the blog, so let’s change that, shall we? Books and chocolate are two of my favorite things, so what better things to chat about for my birthday month. Plus, we’ll be talking about a lot of other favorites this summer!
I wanted Rachel Hollis to be my friend. Maybe that’s not exactly right. I wanted to be more like her. Everything about her seems, well, perfect. I thought I wanted that. As I read Hollis’ books I found myself wondering what was missing. The words were great, the motivation was great, but something about it
I haven’t always loved reading the Bible. I know that sounds blasphemous, but I want to be real with you. I’ve struggled to understand the Bible, to feel like I could navigate the Bible, to even like what it said and think it mattered. Little by little, verse by verse, I’m learning to love it.
