It’s Not About Me

Anyone who has been in Christian circles over the past 10 years or so knows “it’s not about me.” Whether you agree with Rick Warren’s beliefs or not, he taught us as Christians that our lives are not about us, they are about God and his kingdom. I’ve also learned that “it’s not about me” … Continue reading →

Marriage Monday – Little Things Really Do Mean A Lot

Want this button? I don’t know who wrote or sang this song originally, but it’s been around a long time. If you have a source for mp3’s, you can probably find the song on the web. I’m a little mp3 challenged, so I’ll just include the lyrics here. Little Things Mean a Lot Send me … Continue reading →

It’s Friday, but Sunday’s comin’

Sharing with you today a story of shame and redemption that is for all of us. Just as Christ lovingly held out his hand to Mary and spoke her name, he offers his nail-scarred hand to you and whispers your name in love and redemption. When Shame Speaks, Kristen Schiffman, Exemplify Online and Magazine Yours … Continue reading →

But All I Really Want Is

When I was a junior in college I took racquetball for a PE credit. All I wanted for Christmas that year was a racquetball racket. Nothing else. Just a racquetball racket. What I got for Christmas was everything but a racquetball racket, or so I thought. When each gift was opened, instead of being grateful … Continue reading →

Marriage Monday – Prayer in Marriage

My husband and I have prayed together from the very beginning of our marriage, and even while we were dating. From the time we were serious about each other, prayer came naturally. We hold hands and pray together at every meal, whether at home or at a restaurant, and every night before we fall asleep. … Continue reading →

It’s Sunday, and I Look Great on the Outside

So with a painted grin, I play the part again, So everyone will see me the way that I see them… Are we happy plastic people, under shiny plastic steeples, with walls around our weakness and smiles to hide our pain, but if the invitation’s open, to every heart that has been broken, maybe then … Continue reading →

Everyday Thankfulness in the Grace Community

20. Tiny snowflakes reminding me that God has made me unique 19. A life of utter contentment 18. Growing deeper in God’s Word 17. Time with God 16. Time alone 15. The joy of a newly engaged young woman 14. Long-distance talks with a friend 13. Pizza delivery 12. A husband who loves me 11. … Continue reading →

The Couple that Cooks Together Stays Together

On New Year’s Day we started what I hope will become a New Year’s Day tradition. With this easy Buttermilk Cinnamon Roll recipe from Kendra, my husband and I spent an hour or so mixing, kneading, rolling, cutting, baking, and eating these fantastic cinnamon rolls together. Winter is still upon on us throughout most of … Continue reading →

A Life Free from Fear

“True freedom from fear consists of totally resigning one’s life into the hands of the Lord. ~ David Wilkerson Is there any life more resigned into the hands of the Lord – and free from fear – than the one depicted in Psalm 23? The Lord is my shepherd, I am the good shepherd. The … Continue reading →

15 Minutes to Strengthen Your Marriage (Revisited)

This post originally ran on October 3, 2008. In honor of my friends from Indiana to Washington, D.C., who are snowed in today, try one or more of these simple things to strengthen your marriage whatever the weather where you live. ————————————————————- 15 Minutes to Strengthen Your Marriage In making our homes a sanctuary, Rachel … Continue reading →