The word “good” can mean a lot of different things depending on who you ask. It could be in reference to a sports team’s record, a piece of music, artwork done by a child, a sermon, a tasty meal, a response to how we’re doing. Merriam-Webster lists a plethora of definitions, but the overall feeling…
Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and…
And he called the name of the place Massah and Meribah, because of the quarreling of the people of Israel, and because they tested the Lord by saying, “Is the Lord among us or not?” (Ex. 17:7 ESV) When things go wrong, do you find yourself quarreling with God? Have you tested the Lord’s patience by complaining? Let me sheepishly raise my hand…
I have a new driver in my home. My mind still cannot fully comprehend this phenomenon. I mean, it was just yesterday I was teaching her to ride a bike and pump her legs on the swings. But somehow, I am handing over the keys, and she can leave our home without me. I’ll admit…
This summer, I am enjoying something I‘ve never had before. For years, my husband and I have discussed having an outdoor gathering space. In previous locations, it just never seemed to come to fruition. There was always something about the timing or the yard, or we just weren’t quite sure what we wanted it to…
“The Lord is good to all, and His tender mercies are all over His works.” (Ps. 145:9 NKJV) Forty! Really? I read somewhere that your forties are a unique season wherein you are no longer young but not yet old. I’m finding this a bizarre reality. This birthday milestone gave me a violent push into reminiscing about…