Hi kids, Today, and many days in America, my heart is heavy because of the racism I see across this country. Since we moved here nearly three years ago, it has stunned me how segregated and divided this country can be. This past week I've read of black lives taken by white police officers in … Continue reading Wisdom for my Children- Day 22- Racism
Wisdom for my Children- Day 19- Risk and Death.
Hi kids, What's more dangerous? Hiking, or medical work in a war-torn country (in 2016, I think of Afghanistan, Iraq, or Syria). You'd probably answer medical work in a war-torn country. Apparently, hiking is just as dangerous. Yesterday I found out that a friend of mine was hiking in Colorado, tripped and hit his head … Continue reading Wisdom for my Children- Day 19- Risk and Death.
Wisdom for my Children- Day 11- Your Mother.
Hi Kids, This one is going to be a hard one to write, but I pray an easy one to read. Today I want to talk to you about the most precious human being on the planet to me, your mother. I want to give you some advice on how to treat her. I always … Continue reading Wisdom for my Children- Day 11- Your Mother.
Wisdom for my Children- Day 8- Listen
Hi kids, Today I want to share with you the one thing that has changed my life and the lives of countless others, almost more than anything. I pray that you would carry this advice with you everywhere you go, for the sake of everyone you meet. Today, I want to talk to you about … Continue reading Wisdom for my Children- Day 8- Listen
God Stories; No. 1: Riches from a Beggar.
Introduction to the Series. I've recently been encouraged, that when I feel discouraged, I should remember. Remember what, you might say? Remember God's faithfulness throughout my life. Remember the times He stepped in and saved the day. Remember that I am not alone. I have never been alone. And so... let me introduce you to … Continue reading God Stories; No. 1: Riches from a Beggar.
Prophecy at 35,000 feet: A birds eye view on “words of knowledge”.
At a recent youth camp, that I was speaking on, I delivered a couple of "prophetic words." That is, messages I felt were from God. One of the youth in attendance asked me, "How do you know you are hearing from God?" It's a good question isn't it? She wasn't the first person to ask … Continue reading Prophecy at 35,000 feet: A birds eye view on “words of knowledge”.
Sleep promotes sleep.
Sleep promotes sleep. I heard recently that when it comes to newborns, sleep promotes sleep. The more a baby sleeps, the more they want to sleep. This got me thinking... and thinking got me blogging! I believe this is the same in all areas of life. Negativity promotes negativity. Positivity promotes positivity. Exercise promotes exercise. … Continue reading Sleep promotes sleep.
