You might not have recognized me, might even have tried to avoid me, had you met me in my teen years. I was a foul-mouthed, often drunk, angry and self-destructing kid. Then God began reaching deep into my heart, transforming and healing me bit by bit. But though He shattered my chains of sin and […]
How many opportunities have you avoided, how many dreams have you never pursued, for fear of failure? Or perhaps you embraced that new challenge but then spent countless sleepless nights fretting over what might happen or what others might think when you didn’t measure up or succeed? The summer before our daughter’s senior year […]
Lately, our world seems completely out of control. When I focus on all the chaos, I worry about our economy, about loved ones, about my daughter and son-in-laws college classes … in short, about a lot. But then I remember truth, and that truth grounds mean. If you find your thoughts pinging in a thousand […]
Thank you for your transparency Jennifer. Your words were an answer to prayer for me in dealing with a loved one who has chronic pain. Will you please pray for us as well?
Absolutely, Kelly! I’m sorry your loved one is in pain, but what a blessing that they have you! My husband often says, “I wish I could help you more.” (Though he helps me bunches all the time!) But I always respond, “Help me focus on the good; on joy, on blessings, on fun things ahead.” Never underestimate the power of friendship and humor to lighten a heart. 🙂