Finding the Holy in the Holiday: Day 3
Alive in Christ Key Bible Passage: “For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.” (1 Corinthians 15:22) Reflect: What does this somber verse have......
Finding the Holy in the Holiday: Day 2
The Word Became Flesh Key Bible Passage: And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the......
Finding the Holy in the Holiday: Day 1
Christ the Lord Key Bible Passage: And the angel said to them [the shepherds], “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for......
Going Gray
It’s everywhere these days! The “in” color for walls, clothing, and even your head. It used to be that women would stress over the first sign of gray hair –......
Motherhood and God’s Grace
I am frustrated. I am tired. I am worn out. I am doing this thing called motherhood and I feel like I am failing at it. And failing at......
Guest Post: Reintegration and God’s Strength
Our family is all in one place. We are together. We should be happy. We aren’t. I feel guilty about that. I prayed for my husband to return. I long......
Guest Post: Military Marriage and God’s Grace
My Christian military marriage is mediocre. And I’m sad. The past few years have brought a number of challenges. We’re in the season of life where our parents are......
Mighty Servants
I am a much better blabber than blogger, but when I was asked if I was interested in writing a guest blog for Planting Roots I absolutely had to......
He Is Calling Me
He Is Calling Me “The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.” Psalm 119:130 Recently, a friend asked me for prayer and she expressed her......
What Happens When God Calls Us to Stay Put?
It’s PCS season again and today I found myself saying goodbye to two of my closest friends. This time though, my perspective is different. You see, my husband retired 2......