But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, Matthew 5:44. We all have enemies. I used to think…
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When God Says No
Prayer is a Christian’s lifeline to the God of all creation. Entering the throne of grace, we find a place where burdens are lifted, praises…
View More When God Says NoPray; Don’t Nag
“Where do you live?” As a pastor’s wife I have had to learn to make conversation with strangers as I’ve sought to welcome visitors into…
View More Pray; Don’t NagPraying Together: Famine or Feast
Pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 We were…
View More Praying Together: Famine or FeastA Series on Church Trauma; Part Two: How to Begin Healing
“That is very painful, I’m so sorry.” I’ll never forget the impact of these words the first time I heard them spoken to me. (more…)
View More A Series on Church Trauma; Part Two: How to Begin HealingA Series on Church Trauma–Part One: Is it Real?
TRIGGER WARNING: This article addresses trauma commonly experienced by pastors and their families. If you have had a traumatic experience within the church walls, please…
View More A Series on Church Trauma–Part One: Is it Real?Maintaining Real Love through Prayer
“Mrs. McCready?” the young boy inquired as we passed each other in the school hallway one day. “Yes?” I replied. “I lo-o-ve you!” he sang…
View More Maintaining Real Love through PrayerCommuning with God: Learning to Listen
I taught high school for 16 years and, while there were many things I enjoyed about that experience, one of the most frustrating parts was…
View More Communing with God: Learning to ListenIs God Good?
Do you believe God is good? Really, do you honestly, deep down to your core, wouldn’t hesitate for a moment to say, God is good? …
View More Is God Good?Pondering the Wonder
Looking forward to celebrating Christmas with my newborn daughter one December gave me reason to think even more about Mary and the birth of Jesus.…
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