Do You Feel Unworthy?

“By the grace of God, I am what I am.”  1 Corinthians 15:10 NIV Would it be a fair thing to say that at times you feel you would be the last person God would pick to do ANYTHING for His kingdom?   Can I be the first to raise my hand, saying yes to that […]

Front Sight Confidence

“I have set the Lord always before me.”  Psalm 16:8  ESV I had a new perspective on something the other day and I so want to share with you all. It was one of those whoa things that’s given me a new perspesctive.  For some this post may be a bit odd, but maybe by […]

Becoming a Better Comforter

“But my mouth would encourage you; comfort from my lips would bring you relief.” Job 16:5   I knew it when I messed up. It wasn’t an earth-shattering mess up, but it was obvious. From across the room, and through all the people, I could see she was having a different kind of morning. The […]

When Fear Takes Hold–3 Points To Remember

“But you, LORD, do not be far from me. You are my strength; come quickly to help me.”  Psalm 22:19 It seems fear has taken up residency in my life. It’s been spining and swirling all around me. It’s as palpable as my heartbeat. One moment I’m not concerned about a thing, the next, fear […]

Is A Marathon In Your Future?

“You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.”  Hebrews 10:36 I have never, ever, ever ran a marathon. I don’t think I will ever, ever, ever run a marathon. It’s too hard, hard, hard. I’m too soft, soft, soft. Get the picture? […]

Founding Yourself

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”  2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV I actually learned something new this week. Well, I should clarify—I learned something new by watching one of my husband’s television shows. A rarity. I have to admit, his shows are not […]

A Lie Almost Changed Everything

He has made everything beautiful in its time.”  Ecclesiastes 3:11 Did you see that picture? The horror! That, my friends, was the day after the latest Southern California storm. After a night of pounding rain and howling winds, that was the aftermath at my house. I know, huh—I’m sure you’re wondering if we’re calling in […]

The Name Game

Have you seen these games on the Internet that award you a nickname? They take your personality then spit out a random title. In the end, you’re either some crazy Viking warrior or an obscure heir to royalty. Funny how we never end up with a title like “17th Century Rodent Killer.” Now that’s one […]