I’m Surrounded by a Sea of Believers, But I Feel so Alone
I look around the church and see the many familiar faces who make up the congregation. I see the grandpas whose wisdom and gentle smiles remind me of…
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If You Had a Bad Day, It’s OK—God’s Got You
If you had a bad day, it’s OK. If you’re wondering how you are going to make it through this week, this month, or this whole thing called life..…
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Hey You, With the Doubts and Fears and Failures: You’re Worth It
Originally published on the author’s blog Hey you, yeah you . . . the bleary-eyed mom at the bus stop with the rumpled hair and…
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Dear Christian Parents, Don’t Turn Good Things Into God Things
Christian parent, I must confess that the world pulled me astray. When my children were younger, I gave little thought to my personal responsibility…
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It’s OK to Show Your Kids Imperfect Faith
The hard wooden pew and its distinct lack of lumbar support begins to strain my lower back. I close my eyes and roll my neck side to side,…
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Sometimes I Wonder Why God Doesn’t Fix My Anxiety
I’ve always had an anxious brain. I’m not sure if something triggered that, or if it’s just my generic makeup, or both. But even as a little…
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Dear Lord, When I Feel Inadequate
Dear Lord, When I’m tired from a long night awake with little ones, remind me of my nights awake praying to conceive. When my house is messy…
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The Most Important Part of Knowing God isn’t Church
Church is important, but it’s not the most important. Missions are critical, but they aren’t the most critical. Bible studies are essential, but…
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God Runs After the Runaways
Sometimes I just want to run away. Run away from responsibilities. Run away from relationships. Run away from the monotony of everyday life. It’s…
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Rest in the Truth, Weary Mama: You Are a Masterpiece
When I look in the mirror, sometimes I see a jaded version of myself. But sometimes I see me for who I am. Fearfully and wonderfully made. A…
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