Men are not women. They are not genderless. They are not androgynous. They have an innate, God-given bent to initiate and be heroes. Continue Reading …
April
All mothers know the significance of tiny clothes. They are precious reminders of how small our babies once were. Continue Reading …
Even though I’m in the 'Terrible Two’s' phase of this thing—where I whine and complain when I don’t get my way, I can already see the Holy Spirit at work. Continue Reading …
My family just had joy of celebrating my parent’s 60th wedding anniversary. I asked my mom to come up with a few tidbits of marriage advice to share. Continue Reading …
An Islamic cleric recently blamed earthquakes on immodest female clothing. . . Continue Reading …
Not only is this birthday a reminder that I’m no spring chicken, it also has me wondering where the dancing has gone. Continue Reading …
May
I can vividly remember the conversation on suffering I had with my husband at the ripe old age of 31. Oh my, I was so naïve! Continue Reading …
"That I could be useful to God in my circle of influence was beyond my comprehension . . ." Continue Reading …
Motherhood gives us feelings of fuzzy blankets and baby rattles and toys to line the crib. But motherhood is actually one of God’s refining fires. Continue Reading …
". . . Her departure ushered in a season of loneliness that I hadn’t experienced since my college years." Continue Reading …
Recently I had my fourth kidney stone. The pain is unrelenting. My initial response to the pain was to focus inwardly and whimper to Jesus for relief. Continue Reading …
If we’re honest, prayer is a struggle at times. Continue Reading …
Running in the opposite direction, they attempted to push their large bodies through the small six-by-six opening of the fence bordering the property . . . Continue Reading …
Five years ago, this cocky, over-eager college graduate arrived thinking I would help Revive Our Hearts minister to women. Ha! Turns out they helped me. Continue Reading …
I have an early morning date and every time I remind myself that “Tomorrow is the day!” excited tingles hint of the thrill it will bring. Continue Reading …
June
Why should you say “I do” to changing your name when you get married? Continue Reading …
When my husband and I were married over 30 years ago, I didn't know what I didn't know about marriage, men, or relationships. Continue Reading …
How many of you are ready for a peace retreat? You don’t have to head off to a cabin in the woods or rent a private hotel suite for this escape. Continue Reading …
The added rumble of thunder--without the threat of a lightning storm--only adds to the afternoon drama. Continue Reading …