I love the beauty of the Christmas season. I always want to pause and simply enjoy it. Do you know those Hallmark Christmas movies where everything is perfect? This time of year,
Rest doesn’t come easy for this born and raised Georgia girl who grew up with a “work hard, play hard” mentality. I’m guessing, as Christmas approaches, Sabbath rest doesn’t come easy for
Picture this: she may have been washing, cleaning, or sitting quietly somewhere when suddenly, this figure appeared. Was he huge? Was he shining? Was he dressed in all white? Was she terrified?
I have no memories of celebrating Advent as a child. We did celebrate Christmas every year, and I’ve always loved it—the frosty air, sparkling lights, festive music, sugary treats, and alluring presents
One of the easiest ways to grow your faith on a daily basis is to practice various spiritual disciplines. If you aren’t familiar with the term, spiritual disciplines are small habits or
Whether in the workforce, academic environments, or family systems, it’s no secret that women have been conditioned by our culture to think less of ourselves. This may cause us to overwork to
Actually settling into rest and stillness during difficulties is easier said than done. Nothing in me wants to wallow in the muck, so it’s tempting to ignore my feelings and move on.
Things don’t add up. Why aren’t I skinnier? Why isn’t my skin clearer? Why aren’t my lips plumper? Why aren’t my teeth whiter? Why aren’t my kids listening to me? Why doesn’t
