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It’s no secret around here that I love books, and I’m excited about this one from Charles Martin. It Is Finished: A 40-Day Pilgrimage Back to the Cross is perfect for any time of the year but lends itself to Lent nicely with 40 daily chapters. Also, it’s not gender specific. The book is good
Welcome back! This is day 3 in a new endeavor here on the blog. I’m giving myself permission to play with words and rediscover my love of stories. Start with day 1 or jump right in! “Hey, are you okay?” Mel’s new little friend asked as she wiped chocolate from her lips. “Umm, I…” Mel
Rest isn’t always easy to incorporate into your daily life, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. These simple ideas will help you foster a life rich with rest so you can serve God well.
Book talk is one of my favorite topics. It’s fun to discover new books to enjoy, but even more than that, books and resources that help your faith grow. First, a thank YOU! This post contains affiliate links. By clicking through and making any purchase (even for something else) you help support my ministry of
Discover gifts that build faith and help you stay on budget. I’ve gathered a collection of the perfect gifts for everyone from your kids to teachers to your best friend! And they’re all under $20! I stared at my Christmas list not even knowing where to start. The list felt long, and I wanted gifts
This simple way to build your child’s faith can help grow a strong foundation of faith for decades to come. It doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, simple ways are often the best ways. I can still remember how it felt to snuggle next to my little ones in their tiny beds each night.
Can we agree that this whole life thing is hard? Sometimes it’s just uncomfortable sliver under the skin hard, but other times it’s knock the wind out of you fall to your knees hard. And it can be the most unexpected things that remind us. What Makes Life Hard Maybe it’s a diagnosis that leaves you asking why.
When we tell God we will do anything, do we really mean anything? What if He calls us to something we never saw coming? Do we still mean anything then? I picked up the book excited to see where it would take me. After all, a book with the title Anything, well it has the power to
New seasons always bring a sense of hope for what’s to come, a natural shift in the days and how things are done. But maybe it’s more than that. Maybe a new season brings you the permission you’re longing for. I tend to kill plants. It’s not that I try to kill them; I rather
Every season we learn things, but it isn’t until we pay attention that we really own them. Years ago, Emily Freeman guided us to spend time thinking about what we learned in the closing season before we move into the new season. And this season has taught so much. In no particular order other than
