“Room in the Inn” is a Christmas message I have delivered to various audiences. This topic came up in my Bible study as we talked about the chaos of December and our crazy desire to try and do it all. Based on that, I decided to reprint an edited version of my blog from 2010. [...]

As a busy mom of 3, with a traveling husband and a part time career in ministry, I realize how easy it is to be overextended. I used to think “when my kids got older” I would achieve “nirvana” – all sorts of free time! Now the needs are just as pressing, even if they [...]

One day I was walking my normal route around a lake near my home. Plugging away with iPod in ears, dog in tow, eyes focused on the path below me, I was startled when this tree caught the corner of my eye. Despite the obvious abnormality of fungus on the tree’s trunk, the vibrant yellow [...]

The other day I was driving home after spending time with someone in the midst of a dark situation. Some hard questions were on my mind. Everything around her seemed to be crumbling; yet, she remained hopeful. I couldn’t get over the difference between her and others in similar situations. Why is she so different? [...]

I love when God does a work in my heart. Better yet, I love when I have a little margin in my life (think time and space – as opposed to crazy busyness) so I can recognize it. And, let it sink in. I also love how God uses a multitude of ways to speak [...]