This week I’ve encountered a major frustration that has really thrown me for a loop. It’s one of those things where you feel like you get the short end of the stick and you didn’t even know there was a stick in the mix! I’ll admit, a few ugly words have gone through my head to describe the way I… Read More
Have you ever felt a gentle nudge from the Holy Spirit directing you to talk about spiritual things with a friend or even an acquaintance, but felt too nervous or unprepared to take the plunge? Many of us have encountered that nervous feeling from time to time. It’s a crazy thing, really, when you think about it. Why are we… Read More
Don’t we all just hate feeling embarrassed? By the very definition of the emotion, embarrassment due to awkward situations is an uncomfortable and ugly place to be. Taking the hand of the wrong daddy in the department store as a child, accidentally walking in on someone in the bathroom, or completing an important day only to realize you wore one… Read More
I’ve tasted some mighty sweet fruit this week and it has given me a taste for that which is fresh, that which is satisfying, that which is ripe and good and sweet. I pray that as our week comes to a close the Vinedresser points out to you and me the work He has done in our lives in order… Read More
Believe me, if anyone can attest to the fact that there are some grumpy folks in the church, it’s me. I’ve encountered more than my share as a pastor’s wife. And that’s not to say that I don’t like the church. I love the church. It’s the bride of Christ, for Pete’s sake! And to be fair, I’ve found more… Read More
Satisfied women make the best gal pals. Why? Mostly because they’re not drama queens. I’ve had a few drama queen friends. But as much as I may have loved these gals, I often felt as though I was little more than a lady in waiting to her majesty, not a partner in a genuine friendship. When you’re friends with a… Read More