Our LifeWay President Dr. Thom Rainer recently posted “Twelve Ways Pastors Went form Burnout to Vision.” This post is focused on pastors, but I’d say they connect with any one of us. I have often found myself close to burnout as I’ve served my family, my church, my community. Take a look at this list Dr. … [Read more…]
Month: May 2013
Hosea: Sow the Wind, Reap the Whirlwind
“I don’t know how to fix it, so I guess the only thing I can do is pray about it.” Have you ever heard that statement before? Maybe you’ve even thought or said it when faced with a situation that seemed hopeless and overwhelming. Think about what that statement implies; YOU can’t fix it, so … [Read more…]
A Beautiful Woman of Discretion
“Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout, so is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion.” (Proverbs 11:22) The first time this verse ever stuck with clarity occurred during dinner one evening at my mentor’s home. Her husband, our church’s pastor at the time, called this verse to remembrance. He looked at me with a … [Read more…]
Rethinking Summer
“Mom do we have to go to church during the summer?” I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. I knew that my child’s question was not a commentary on our children’s ministry but reflective of an attitude God wanted to reveal in our home. The thought that summer is “our time.” The time to do … [Read more…]
Hosea: Cry out to God
The Lord hears you when you cry. That is such a comforting statement. Think about what that means….when you cry out to God and humble yourself before Him, He hears you! The God of the universe, who holds all power, glory, honor, control, and life, actually loves you and listens to you. “The righteous cry … [Read more…]
Soothing a Troubled Heart
How does one describe the voice of God? God speaks to us through His Word…a silent probing of the heart. He witnesses to us through His creation…as the heavens declare His majesty and the oceans resound with a steady applause. But what about the unexpected glimpses into God’s heart as He soothes a troubled soul … [Read more…]
Mother’s Day Pictures!
Mother’s Day pictures are up! Click your location from the links below and then find the picture of your family to keep! Once you find your photo, click on this picture. Once the background has turned black, in the top right corner, click “choose all sizes.” You’ll then see different size options with links to download … [Read more…]
Hosea: Am I Willing?
As I sit at the beach this morning, looking upon the beauty that God has created, I am amazed! Dolphins swimming, pelicans flying through the air, water that seems to go on forever, and shells too numerous to count-they are all reminders that He is such a great God! Then I thought, “…and these are … [Read more…]
All Patched Up
I have this fabulous pair of Levi’s that I got when my oldest daughter was in high school. That was 10 years ago and I can’t let them go. Recently I looked down to see my knees peeking through the worn threads of these beloved jeans. Seeking a remedy without having to trash my favorite … [Read more…]
To Capture A Thief
It is such a DIY world these days. I, for one am quite grateful for the access we have to unlimited how-to information. I can’t imagine going through this season of life (newly-wed, new homeowner, etc.) without a manual on anything imaginable at my fingertips. * Thanks, Internet! * It’s pretty incredible to have that kind of … [Read more…]