Have you ever felt like you were sinking in the midst of a life storm? When my husband and I found out, 30 weeks into my first pregnancy, that our baby was suddenly and inexplicably very sick, I knew God was still in control. When Faith was born two weeks later and the doctor's face revealed … Continue reading When You’re Sinking
Waiting for the Promise (Hebrews 11 Series, Part 4 of 4)
Read: Hebrews 11:13-16, 39-40 I love the anticipation of waiting for something special that you know is on it's way. The traditions and excitement leading up to Christmas. The plans and packing before a vacation. To me that time of waiting only helps make the occasion even more special. But there's another kind of waiting... … Continue reading Waiting for the Promise (Hebrews 11 Series, Part 4 of 4)
Every Morning You Greet Me
Linking up (here) again today! This week's prompt: morning. 5 minutes to write, here it goes... I don't know why but for some reason, when Natalie was first born, we started singing songs from Sound of Music to her. "Do Re Me" and "Edelweiss" specifically. We must have sang them enough to stick because now … Continue reading Every Morning You Greet Me
Watching Raindrops
Sitting in a meeting today, my chair facing the windows that overlook the courtyard, I watched the rain. I like the way the raindrops dot the window. I've always found it somewhat fascinating to watch as a single drop trails from top to bottom. The way it wanders and twists, pauses, speeds ahead, grabs other … Continue reading Watching Raindrops
Imperfect People and Yet… (Hebrews 11 Series, Part 3 of 4)
Read: Hebrews 11 (yep, the whole chapter again!) Sometimes, when we read this chapter and it's accounts of incredible faith, I think it can be intimidating. Noah built an enormous ark out of faith. Abraham (as we saw last week) was willing to sacrifice his own son. Moses parted the Red Sea, the walls of … Continue reading Imperfect People and Yet… (Hebrews 11 Series, Part 3 of 4)
Motherhood and Being a Child of God
Last night, while we were reading stories before bed, Natalie smiled at me and said, "I'm so happy!" I smiled back, "Why are you so happy?" "Because you are here with me," was her heart-melting reply. *Sigh* I love that girl! I've been thinking a lot lately about motherhood. It is such an incredible privilege … Continue reading Motherhood and Being a Child of God
Faith Like Abraham (Hebrews 11 Series, Part 2 of 4)
Read: Hebrews 11:7-12, 17-19 What do you think of when you hear the name Abraham? Maybe the way he was called by God and given a promise that he would be a father of nations? Or perhaps the fact that he became a father to Isaac at the age of 100? Maybe the words of … Continue reading Faith Like Abraham (Hebrews 11 Series, Part 2 of 4)
The Answer is Still Yes
Nine years ago, in the midst of a snowstorm bad enough for my college to cancel classes, Steve and I got engaged. He drove down the day before to beat the storm. We met up in the morning on Valentines Day to go out to breakfast and take a hike. The hike part might sound … Continue reading The Answer is Still Yes
Five Minute Friday: Limit
I'm trying something new and participating with a link up today. The challenge is to write for five minutes on a one word prompt. This was tough for me since I usually spend a lot more time writing and re-reading stuff, but it was fun too! Here's what my flying fingers were able to get … Continue reading Five Minute Friday: Limit
When I Open the Book
Over the past month Natalie has developed a habit of "reading" during worship at church. She pulls a Bible out from under the chair and lays it on the seat behind her. Then she opens it up and begins to "read", chattering to herself and flipping pages while we sing. It's pretty adorable, but I'm … Continue reading When I Open the Book
Come Sojourn 