It’s the tail end of football season currently, and I try my best to keep up with three different teams each fall when the season is in full swing. The high school where I work has a team, the city I live in (Kansas City) has a team, and of course I have to keep…
Category: Christian Living
If a Revealing Letter From Jesus Arrived in the Mail
When you hear the word Revelation, as in the book of the Bible, what’s the first thought that comes to mind? You might consider it to be exciting, scary, intimidating or even confusing. It is full of symbolism and prophecies about when the world as we know it ends. Because parts of Revelation can be…
When God Tells You to Make a Big Change
If there was ever a creature of habit, it’s probably me. Don’t get me wrong, I love trying new things… I absolutely live for adventures into new countries, and I always keep a list of new restaurants I want to try. New and different things are exciting and fun! But my day-to-day routine is full…
Living Your Best Life as a Majestic, Powerful Oak Tree
If you’re a visual person, this post is for you! What comes to mind if you try to picture yourself as a thriving pillar of strength and abundance in the Kingdom of God? If you close your eyes for a minute, what do you see? Isaiah 61 is a beautiful chapter about what life looks…
How to Use Your Fears to Point People to God
Two summers ago, a friend and I spent some time in the Pacific Northwest. We drove throughout Washington and Oregon before crossing the border into Canada to explore the picturesque Vancouver area. On the western tip of the city, there’s a beautiful little nook called Horseshoe Bay. It is a small community that sits at…
The Forward Motion of Stepping Out in Faith
Have you ever tried to win a race without running? Or have you attempted to visit new parts of your city without hopping in the car and hitting the highway? What about finding a local church to attend… Have you tried doing that without actually going to the church, meeting the people and worshiping there?…
A New Attitude about Rules and Restrictions
As my school nears its luxurious Winter Break, I find myself thinking back to Labor Day, the very first day off we get to experience each school year. For me as a teacher, I especially love Labor Day because it gives me a chance to catch my breath after the hectic flurry of back-to-school season!…
Scripture’s Wisdom About Life That May Surprise You
Imagine this… The Major League Baseball season is winding down, and there’s only one game left in the season for two teams set to face off. Both teams had “down” seasons and didn’t amass too many wins. There’s no chance of any postseason play for either side. (Side note: This is a situation I’m quite…
Clues Found in the Bible About What God Values
I hope life is treating you well. I trust you’re doing great. Hopefully you are happy and healthy. I hope all is well with you! Do you use any of these standard lines when you’re sending emails, texts or notes? I often find myself adding one of these sentences when I’m leaving birthday wishes on…
Three Unique, Powerful Prayer Requests to Make
If you could ask God for anything, what would it be? Health? Financial security? A restored relationship? The perfect job? A new house? To ask a similar question from a slightly different angle… What do you spend most of your prayer time asking God for? Fixes to sticky situations you’re in? Healing for loved ones…