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  Spending time with my neighbor friend, Susan, is always a good mood booster. She loves the Lord so much that she can’t help but talk about Him. No matter where our conversation starts, it always lands on Jesus. And because He is always in earshot, He listens when we talk about Him. And not…

When relationship struggles and conflicts arise, it can be so troubling. Often, we don’t see problems coming, and then bam… discord. One person sees things one way, and you see them another. Who is right? It doesn’t really matter. What matters is that we can work together in peace and unity as God asks of…

As we close up another year, I love looking back and reflecting. Every year has its share of highs and lows, moments we celebrated with elation and crushing situations that rocked us to our core. For me, 2025 was no different. My mountain-top moments were buffered with tears and brokenness, but I’m learning that this…

Can you imagine what it would be like to be young Mary, claiming courage with God in a terrifying situation? The story of a virgin girl chosen by God to carry the Savior of the world is one of epic proportions and a drama of the ages. It was an impossible triumph only the Creator…

Holiday wellness can be tricky. I love the most wonderful time of the year as much as you do, but I don’t love the cold and flu season accompanying Christmas joy and holiday festivities. You know what I mean. You’re making your lists and checking them twice, then suddenly your nose is stuffy, and your…

Do you ever see someone who is really good at something and think, ‘Teach me your ways’ or ‘Teach me how to do what you do so well’? Those sentiments came out of my mouth as I played pickleball with my group of ladies. My friend, Marie, hit a deep slice angled with precision across…

As a kid, I loved secret things. Playing hide-and-go-seek, finding secret hideouts, and especially playing the game Battleship. (I also loved my Barbies and changing their clothes over and over again, but that’s a story for a different day.) There was something about hiding all the little ships in my Battleship box that was exciting…

I finished my 16 hours of fasting and prayer with a plate of gooey enchiladas I had made over the weekend. My head was saying have a salad, but my stomach was growling and hungry for more. There are days when a light meal is sufficient, and then there are times when we need heartier…

  Last week, we started our women’s Bible study at church. We took time for each lady to introduce herself and share a little about her life. Later that day, my friend noted to me how many of the women said they were in a waiting period. Either their career had suddenly detoured, or they…

Do you find yourself in a situation today that requires an ever-deepening dependence on God? Perhaps you are embarking on something new with a mix of exhilaration and apprehension, thrilled for the adventure but terrified about what the journey entails. Or maybe your new season is challenging, such as caring for an aging loved one…