My pastor talked on the woman at the well at church Sunday. It was compelling and I felt SO very validated in my desire to authentically share my heart for Him. I felt like it was affirmation and permission, not a command, even though He’d have every right to command it. Fast forward to this […]
I’m no wallflower
We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us…if it is to encourage, then encourage. Romans 12: 6,8 I’m going through a season. A season of sifting. It’s been nine months tomorrow since my last visit to Aruba, and I feel like I’m having spiritual birthing pains. I’ve come with expectancy that God is […]
“That’s okay”
No. No it’s not. Your feelings aren’t any less important than someone else’s. It’s okay to advocate for yourself. If this makes you feel like you’re bothering someone else…it’s absolutely possible that insisting on addressing your needs is simply out of character for you. The self-advocation is new and uncomfortable. You’re feeling discomfort because pushing […]
Fill my cup, Lord
If I’ve not said so, a consistent aspect of my prayer life centers on asking The Lord to fill me up so I can pour back out on others. It’s very difficult to draw from an empty well and then offer people something refreshing. Without being specific about challenges I face on a daily basis…I […]
Grit in my shoe
When I walk, I pray, and I walk a LOT. When blessed to do it outdoors, I often notice as time progresses, I end up with grit of some sort in my shoes and socks. Typically, it’s a minor irritant, ignored or relieved quickly as I make a quick “finger pass” along the cuff of my socks. This […]
Hush your mouth.
I heard a talk at church a few weeks back that I have and intend to continue listening to. Harvey Carey, a pastor with an incredible testimony and serving in Detroit spoke, and it was GOOD. My husband even told me to listen, that he’d listened several times, and that is NOT him. Harvey spoke […]