I didn’t think I was in a dry season. I don’t know. Did I get comfortable? Is it just one of those things that happens and everyone considers it normal?
If I back up a bit, I want to share that I was doing “all the things”. I was going to my weekly bible studies, hitting church every Sunday, reading my bible, praying, etc., etc. I don’t want to say none of that matters because it does. This all sets the foundation for life with God and helps in ALL circumstances. It’s the thing that supports us when we aren’t thriving. But I honestly didn’t know I wasn’t thriving.
Venting in the Biblical Sense
What is it about venting that feels so delicious sometimes? Venting has become so commonplace I don’t think I even consider if it’s right or wrong. However, something touched me this week. Is venting biblical?
Continue ReadingTo Fan Or Not to Fan
Why is this even a debate? Our hearts are wicked, that’s why. As a person that came to faith as an adult who has been trying to live a “Christian life” since then, as well as leading small groups of people trying to live that same way, I want to share what it’s like when the rubber meets the road. Let me first lay the foundation for you.
Continue ReadingWhere Do I Fit in?
It was 1990-something and I was at a dance conference, quietly sitting in a corner in the back of the room, long after roll call when we were broken up into groups. When I didn’t hear my name called, I raised my hand and asked where I belonged. The teacher blinked at me and said, “Wow! I forgot you were even here.”
Continue ReadingHow Many Paraprofessionals Does It Take…
If there is one thing I despise more than training day at work, it’s virtual training day at work. My brain processes “being talked at” as life-draining, and “sitting still” as torture; so, combine that with a Disney-esque cadence and you will find me searching for mini-toothpicks to hold my eyes open.
Continue ReadingPrayers for Pastors
God calls us, the people of His church to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17, NASB). When we pray, God says we will be heard. Whatever we ask for, it will be ours. Therefore, I ask that you humble yourselves to God and seek wisdom, guidance, protection, and courage for your pastor.
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