Every year at Christmas time I'm drawn to Mary’s song, “The Magnificat” in Luke 1. Mary, a humble servant, favored and blessed, sings of the mercy, goodness, and favor of God. How could Mary, who certainly knew the scrutiny she would face being pregnant and unwed, exalt the Lord and magnify God? ... Read More about He Fills the Hungry with Good Things
Is Bitterness Ever Acceptable for a Christian?
I recently saw a post on social media that halted my scrolling. Someone had asked another person the question, “How do I keep from being bitter at the church?” Her response was this: “What if bitterness is appropriate for a season?“ I briefly glanced at the comments to see what others ... Read More about Is Bitterness Ever Acceptable for a Christian?
My Top 4 Trip-Packing Tips
I’m not sure exactly how old I was the first time I flew on an airplane, but I believe it was around six months old. And due to my family moving overseas as a little girl, I’ve had my fair share of trips in my relatively short lifetime since then. I’m not what one would consider an expert on ... Read More about My Top 4 Trip-Packing Tips
Pregnancy and Marriage: Interview with Bethany Beal
"{Involving your husband during pregnancy} sets you up for having an involved husband and father once the baby arrives." My conversation with Bethany Beal about Pregnancy and Marriage was full of practical and life-giving advice about how to intentionally build relationship with and involve your ... Read More about Pregnancy and Marriage: Interview with Bethany Beal
Infertility and Hope: Interview with Kristen Clark
I have long loved the ministry Girl Defined, so it was a delight to have a conversation with Kristen Clark (one of the founders) on the topic of infertility and hope. She has done an incredible job of sharing both the pain and difficulty of walking through infertility and the hope that is found in ... Read More about Infertility and Hope: Interview with Kristen Clark