With school back in session, I thought I’d share my top 3 ways to start the year off right.  If you missed the #1, you can find it here.2. Stop all religious activity. You know what I’m talking about – all those very spiritual things we do to please God – the things that all the “good” Christians are supposed to… Read More

Like most moms, the school calendar has become my family’s guide to a new year.  January may get to claim a new numerical year, but our world recalibrates in September.New schedules.  New routines.  New faces.  New activities.  New responsibilities.  So, this being the first week of school, I wanted to offer 3 suggestions on how to start this school year off ready for success.  1.  Start each day with… Read More

Last week, I came across a story I’ve read countless times.  The one when Jesus feeds the four thousand.  But this time, it captured me. Moved by compassion, Jesus was compelled to feed the multitudes who had been with Him for three days and had nothing more to eat. His disciples answered, “But where in this remote place can anyone get enough bread… Read More

My mind is spinning over the following quote … it could be enough to chew on for the entire weekend!  source  “We were made by the hands of a Maker to be brave, to take heart and have courage. But we get good at the things we practice, and instead of scales of courage, I played dark melodies of fear.”… Read More