Hiding my hurt, well, it’s a weakness. I can’t. My face will not do what I tell it to do. Some of ya’ll know what I’m talking about. My heart won’t obey either. It aches even when I list my blessings. Sometimes focusing on the things I’m thankful for helps, but the hurt still lingers. I’m learning that if you …
Known by God and Loved
We want to be known by God and others. Introverts may argue with me, but deep down inside, I think all of us want to be known. Nobody wants to go unnoticed and slip through the cracks. There is an innate desire in us to be known and understood. There’s probably some things we don’t want everybody to know; we’ve …
Could You Use Some Rest?
In this hustle, bustle world, many of us need rest, but it’s often hard to find. Unless you like naps like I do. I love naps, especially on Sunday afternoon. Climbing onto my bed with a light afghan to cover me, I breathe in the sleepy afternoon air and drift off to sleep for an hour or so. I usually …
A Reading Plan on God’s Goodness
Almost ten years ago I faced a life changing decision. I had a choice to make. I could continue to be angry at God for my sister’s death, or I could choose to believe in His goodness. That’s a hard decision when you’re stuck in grief unless you’re tired of being angry with God. As a result of my anger, …
The Chesed of God Gives Hope
The word Chesed (Ke-sed) plays a vital role in our Bible. Hidden under layers of translation, culture, and language, we don’t understand the measure of its importance. “Kindness” fulfills one aspect of its meaning, but grace and mercy also define the word. Chesed also reveals a covenant, a relationship. The story of Ruth displays a wonderful example of this biblical …