Earlier this year I embarked on a health journey. It has been long overdue, but I decided that with the help of God I could make changes and live healthier. I know that my body is the temple of the Holy Spirit and felt like it was time to start honoring Him with my body. I... Continue Reading →
The book of Luke (Luke 1:5-25) begins with a story that I can relate to about double-mindedness. It is the story of a Jewish priest Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth and their quest for a baby in their old age. From the story, it is apparent they had been praying to God for a child. One... Continue Reading →
When I was twenty, I lost my father to cancer. I was distraught after his death because I had been praying for his healing. I hadn't allowed myself to process his illness because I believed that God would heal my dad. That was about the time of the faith movement "Believe and receive" that is what... Continue Reading →
At first glance, I would say I am not a worrier. I work with people who are worriers and honestly I usually just want to say "choose to stop." I realize it is not that simple, but it is not something I really relate to generally. I don't spend a lot of time on the "What... Continue Reading →
Sorrows are part of everyone's life. It seems that in the past year almost everyone I know has went through some sorrowful times. Good people have been hurt, lost loved ones, faced sickness and disease, dealt with disappointment. Good people face sorrows, this is a fact. Yet the scripture says in Psalms 32:10 "many sorrows come to the... Continue Reading →
Temptation - we all face it, yet most never talk about it. It hides in the dark areas of our life. The temptation whispers, "No one need know." but the condemnation from the guilt and shame of giving in to temptation shouts. We believe the lie that we are alone in our temptation. We believe the lie that no... Continue Reading →
In Genesis 22 we find the story of Abraham and Isaac. Abraham had been given a promise that seemed impossible back in Genesis 12:1-3. The promise to become the father of many nations was first given when Abraham was seventy-five years old. At eighty-six years old he took things into his own hands and birthed a son... Continue Reading →
Ever since I allowed my children to have cell phones, I have had an expectation that they will answer when I call. This has allowed me to feel more secure when they were out with friends. It allowed me to give them more freedom while still giving me peace of mind. If they missed my... Continue Reading →
I look to the left, and begin to say "why don't you....?" as I try to solve my neighbors issues; even though I know nothing about her personal struggle. God quickens my heart. "You were there once too. Remember your own struggle. She is in that process." I can't compare what I have came... Continue Reading →
Our office has eight women, and depending on the day can be quiet or noisy depending on what each of us is doing when we are in the office. When the coworker behind me said something to me I immediately responded. She laughed. I pulled my ear buds out to see what was so funny.... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 