As the holiday season concludes, many find themselves navigating the lingering shadows of grief and loneliness. This heartfelt post explores the unpredictable journey of healing, emphasizing the power of hope, faith, and community. Discover practical strategies to reach out, practice self-compassion, and seek meaningful connections, guiding you toward resilience and renewed joy even in the toughest times.
August 14th. That was the date of the last blog I posted. Honestly, I haven't felt like writing. This last year has been a deep dive into the search for who I am in this season of transition and loss. It's not that I "dove in," but rather I was "thrown into" the deep end.... Continue Reading →
In the midst of pain and struggles, it's important to embrace the journey and allow it to bring about growth and maturity. Rather than seeking to simply move on from pain, the focus should be on moving through it, with endurance as the key. This process leads to transformation and a deeper connection with spiritual purpose.
In relationships, we seldom consider where someone lives emotionally, mentally, or spiritually. We all have to live somewhere, but dwelling on our pain and disappointments creates an expectancy that leads us into dark places of bondage. By making Jesus our dwelling place, we find joy and hope in the middle of pain and disappointment.
It's been a minute since I've written anything. Actually, I haven't posted anything this year. Truth be told, I haven't had anything to write. Most of what I post comes from deep moments where I am pursuing something that is lacking in my own life and find some nugget of truth that impacts the hope... Continue Reading →
This might touch a nerve, but in the spirit of transparency, I have to admit that I've been disappointed with God. Not just recently. This probably doesn't apply to you, but I have a tendency to judge God based on what He has done for me. When things balance out in my favor, then God... Continue Reading →
Earlier this year, Bill Johnson lost his wife to cancer. Three days later, he was behind the pulpit preaching. Here is a small section of what he taught: God is not a vending machine that I get to put a quarter into and withdraw from Him what I want. He chooses what He gives. But... Continue Reading →
I was sitting in church this past Sunday and I was faced with the question that we're all faced with throughout our lives. It's a question that I've addressed on this blog many times, and I'm certain I will address many more times throughout my life. Is God REALLY Good? As I sat there listening... Continue Reading →
I love the Holiday Season. Thanksgiving and Christmas bring back memories of warmth in the midst of the cold, friends and family in the presence of loneliness, and giving to others in spite of a culture that tends to put themselves first (a topic for another blog). For some, however, this season is a reminder... Continue Reading →
I still cry. I'm not talking about a tear rolling down my cheek every so often, I'm talking about the screaming into the pillow, red-faced, snot-dripping-on-the-floor kind of crying. Oh sure, it's not every day like that first year after our daughter passed away, but it still hits me from time to time like a... Continue Reading →
I wasn't certain how to label this message. So, I went for the simple and "to the point" title. The bottom line is I have felt overwhelmed many times the past two years, and especially the last few months. It's why I haven't written very much recently...I felt overwhelmed and empty. But what does it... Continue Reading →
What do you do when Sadness seems to surround you and cut you off from the world? Sadness shouldn't be seen as the enemy. Sadness is there to get us through the pain - if only we will allow it.
Finding Hope and Purpose in the Storm 