This past year I’ve had the joy of nourishing my soul through reading the Bible chronologically.  The Bible is one story that reveals the Author and Creator of all life, pointing us to the gospel of Jesus Christ on every page. If you have never read the Bible from cover to cover and would like to, Unlocking the Bible has a helpful reading plan you … More Learning from Those Who Have Gone Before Us

When it comes time for my 10 month old grandson to eat he must be fed where there are as few distractions as possible because as soon as he hears something he jerks his head to see what he’s missing! As I watch my daughter try to quiet her son so he can be nourished, it occurs … More Distracted

Martha and Mary’s brother was sick. No doubt,  they had summoned the best doctors and women known for applying herbs to restore health. But now, with Lazarus at the point of death, they sent for Jesus who could heal the sick, the lame, the blind, and the demon-possessed. Surely He would come before it was too … More Divine Delays and The Glory of God

Don’t you love weddings? Amidst all of the sadness and darkness of life, weddings remind us of things that make life good; love, purity, and commitment. Sadly, couples often put more time and money into planning the perfect wedding day than they do preparing for a successful marriage. Two sinners marry and when their expectations are not met … More Weddings, Marriage, and God’s Glory

“Come, let us return to the LORD; for He has torn us, that He may heal us; He has struck us down, and He will bind us up” Hosea 6:1. David prayed: As for me, I said, “O LORD, be gracious to me; heal me, for I have sinned against You!” (Psalm 41:4) “He sent … More Something Better

Lord, I want to know and love you more. Incline my heart towards your Word; teach me to love what you love and hate what you hate, that I might glorify Your name. This was the prayer I offered to God over 30 years ago which He has, and continues to answer, though not always in … More Mercies in Disguise

The past few years our family has been tested by a trial that has taken us through the valley of the shadow of death. At times, fear, hopelessness, and grief have wrapped themselves around us like heavy garments causing us to cry out, “How long, O LORD? Will you hide Yourself forever?” (Psalm 89:46). Though … More With Man This is Impossible

It wasn’t until my children became teenagers that I finally acknowledged what I’d suspected all along.  I. Have. No. Control. Yet while finally coming to terms with that truth felt scary, it also sent me deeper into the gospel, training me to put my hope in the goodness and sovereignty of God rather than my current circumstances. … More The Influence of a Gospel-Centered Woman

When I was a teacher, my desire was to be a positive influence in the lives of my students.  After I married, I determined to become a godly wife. And as a mother, I wanted nothing more than to raise children who loved the Lord. While all of my strivings were well-intentioned, in each case, … More The Influence of the Gospel in a Woman’s Life

One of my son’s best friends got married this past weekend. This young man spent many hours in our home and we enjoyed friendship with his family. So when I found a greeting card designed for the mother of the groom, I knew it would give me the opportunity to encourage my friend the week … More And his Mother’s Name Was….