When God Restores
The story of God is the story of redemption. This truth is echoed in everything God does. But there are days when our lives seem to tell a different story….
Back to Life
I am not a gardener. I do however love flowers. One of my favorite features of my home is the large front window looking out onto bountiful hydrangeas. In fact,…
Getting Back on Track
Have you ever gotten off track? You know, those times when you set out intentionally for a specific destination, but somehow you end up stuck, on a side tangent, lost,…
Unwinding the Soul
Have you ever had the experience of feeling like everywhere you go you are hearing the same message? Like God has let everyone else in on exactly what you need…
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
Some of you need permission to stop pretending. You need to know it is okay to admit that you are not okay. You need to be honest about the fact…
Restore My Soul
As the month of March closed out and April began, I find myself praying this simple prayer, “Lord, restore my soul.” Most of us are familiar with the 23rd Psalm…
Examples of Excellence
Often the best ways for us to learn something is to see it lived out. Last week we looked at how excellence is a part of God’s character and should…
What Exactly is Excellence?
Excellence is a word that can be overwhelming for some of us. It can feel like a standard that is unattainable. Something we are constantly reaching for but never grasping….
Undeniable Redemption
Over the last few weeks as we have been studying God’s favor, I came to the realization that most of the time I get this concept wrong. I have an…
Uncontrollable Timing
Sometimes the favor of God will take you by surprise with timing that is completely out of your control. My church is in the process of building our first permanent…