My dad, Jim, sitting on his father Laban's lap, 1947 What does the word hero mean to you? I don't think it should be given to someone who displays a talent in an athletic sport. I don't think a hero is a movie or pop star with flashy clothes and the ability to draw a crowd. Our American culture would disagree vehemently. We are told to scramble to get to the top of the mountain no … [Read more...] about My Unsung Hero
Encouragement
Storms
I picked up my fifteen-year-old son from school yesterday and, to my shock, he grinned and said, "Hey, Mom, we haven't had a date in a while. I'll even talk about my feelings if you buy me a meal." With high school graduation just three short years away, I take Chase up on the opportunity to have a date anytime he asks. I don't think I can put a price tag on the conversations we have had … [Read more...] about Storms
Happy Mother’s Day to the Bravest Woman I Know
*My mom will be out of the country this Mother's Day as she and Dad will be in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I wanted to share this now before she leaves.* Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” Proverbs 31:28-29 My beautiful mother with my Jenna On a … [Read more...] about Happy Mother’s Day to the Bravest Woman I Know
Happy New Year!!
I am, by nature, given to introspection, especially as each December 31st rolls around. It is no different this year. I always can hardly believe how quickly the year has gone. Many of us may be looking in anticipation for the next twelve months. Perhaps you will reach a milestone that you have waited for with longing like a graduation or a wedding or the birth of a new baby. 2011 was not an … [Read more...] about Happy New Year!!
God’s Amazing Gifts – Perseverance
Perseverance is a virtue that is rarely seen in our culture today. We have become so used to experiencing comfort and having an entitlement mentality that allows us to believe we should always be happy at all times. But there are times when our God asks more of us as He allows us to be very uncomfortable for a season. I will admit that I have not wanted to fight through to the finish on some of … [Read more...] about God’s Amazing Gifts – Perseverance
God’s Amazing Gifts – Desperation
Desperation can be a gift? When I think of desperation, I cringe because I look back on foolish behavior in my actions fueled by desperation. Human beings rarely act rationally when they are desperate. Instead, they can make some of the biggest mistakes of their lives when desperate. But when we give our desperation to the Lord, the entire course of our life can change. Please join me in Day five … [Read more...] about God’s Amazing Gifts – Desperation
