Some people are quick on their feet. When asked a squirrelly question, they respond with grace, wisdom, and poignancy. Not me. My amber eyes bulge wide. My cheeks glow pink. My voice goes silent. When I start to utter syllables, I stammer. Silence thickens. Can I have...
A plum-colored reupholstered velvet couch. A creamy white repainted picture frame. A refurbished cherry red 1969 Mustang. What comes to mind when you hear the word “restoration”? I’ve been asking that question a lot lately. Restore is the theme of this year’s Women of...
Over the past few months some treasures have been coming across my desk that I can’t resist sharing with you. Those who love journaling while studying the Scripture will adore Crossways ESV Journaling Bible, Interleaved Edition (Autumn Song). The super thin pages...
Pinterest is the single biggest influencer of women’s events I’ve ever seen. The images, ideas, and pins are transforming retreats, getaways, and events with the most beautiful and mod creations. Say goodbye to 80’s clip art and bad fonts. Pinterest ushers us into a...
Sons of Thunder. The roaring brothers—James and John—earn their booming name in Luke 9. Jesus sets out for Jerusalem, the city of kings. He sends a messenger ahead to a Samaritan village to prepare for His arrival. The village refuses entrance. The Sons of Thunder...
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in all my time studying Scripture, it’s that the stories are never quite what they seem. The story from Matthew that describes how Jesus and the disciples fed the 5,000 is a story of miracles, of compassion, and even community. But...
