At the conclusion of a bible study group I recently attended, someone sought me out saying "After listening to you today, I thought for sure you're a pastor's kid!" When I told her I wasn't, she immediately asked if I was a pastor's wife. At that point I laughed and explained I'm a normal person … Continue reading The Gaping Holes in the American Church: Part 1-Multiplying Leaders
Category: Reflections
The Glory of Summer
It's mid-August and the back-to-school rush has begun. Perhaps it's the relaxed routine is driving parents mad. Or maybe it's that most American families have been without the structure of school since late March. But here in my home, we're hanging onto summer. It's just been so very good. We swam, we hiked, we played … Continue reading The Glory of Summer
A Mother’s Prayer
The Lord bless you, and keep you, The Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you. The Lord turn His face toward you, and give you peace. Num. 6:24-26 My His blessings rest upon you and a thousand generations, for your family, and your children, and their children, and their children. Generation after generation. … Continue reading A Mother’s Prayer
The Wilderness of Coronavirus
The weight of weariness is heavy. Four of my friends have experienced panic attacks this week. Another two reported they cannot get the medical care they need for painful, urgent issues due to medical staff furloughs and decreased appointment slots. Some people in my community are struggling to manage two or even three businesses, without … Continue reading The Wilderness of Coronavirus
There’s Enough
Lately the entire world seems to be running out of things. At first it was the toilet paper. Carts so overloaded with the stuff that entire warehouses ran out in minutes. Then it turned more serious with food shortages. Bread, eggs, frozen pizzas, and cleaning products--all the basics in low supply. Last week the headlines … Continue reading There’s Enough
Two Precious Stones 