I used to watch my grandmother read her Bible at night. Perched on the side of her bed, head and body bent low, the small antique lamp would cast shadows… Continue
Dark Night
You know when people describe surreal, almost “out of body” experiences? I think I had one of those today. It felt like something out of a movie. The… Continue
Equanimity
This was the word she used. The paper covering the exam table crinkled as I shifted my weight. Elbow resting on knee, chin resting on fist, I nodded… Continue
Junk Drawer
We all have at least one of these, right? These catch-all’s of clutter. Wooden, rectangular homes for items previously homeless. I open mine and am met with everything… Continue
The Resting Place
I stood in line, waiting to fill my cup with Diet Dr. Pepper. Why Diet Coke isn’t an available option at all eating establishments is beyond me… So… Continue
Kissing Frogs
I sat on my aunt’s squishy couch, legs folded under one another. My elbows rested on my knees and I looked to the heavens for my answer to… Continue
Mad at God
He’s been quiet lately. Silent even. And distant. Though my head tells me my Lord is in fact very present, my heart feels as if He’s far away…. Continue
The Garden Prayer
You know how you think you’re over something…or someone…and then it turns out you’re not? It’s kind of a bummer, let me tell you. It’s actually a big,… Continue
Panic Attacks
I need reminders of His sovereignty today. Maybe you do too? I woke up with my heart racing. I take deep breaths and ask Him to settle me… Continue
The Trap
The Lord gave me a picture of the trap recently set for me. It was small, barely even visible. Looked at closely however were jagged teeth made of… Continue