The hustle of a new morning hits me and the desire to roll over and ignore the sun is strong. But the laundry calls and the dishes I left last night are already taunting me. I pour that first cup and begin the hustle of last night’s unfinished work. Clothes are thrown into the wash, … Continue reading
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When God says it’s time to move on
You’d think I’d be used to this saying ‘good-bye” business but each time it hits me like a ton of bricks. My hubby calls this phase we’re in now “Asbury Church 3.0” ~ the third time we start over with new leaders. We have now pastored at this church for over 12 years. Every day sets a new … Continue reading
How we survive this storm of life
I hear the distance thunder drawing near and know the storm is coming. I can’t stop it from coming I can only prepare for the onset. Windows are shut and patio cushions are brought in. The sky is growing darker and the storm’s nearness is haunting. There’s nothing to do but wait for it to … Continue reading
How my early morning dream helped my day
Have you ever had one of the dreams that stays with you even after you wake up? Well, I had one! We were on some kind of traveling trip. Our pastoral staff was altogether and we stopped in a café for some lunch. There were lines and bustling people everywhere. We jumped in line and perused the … Continue reading
When things don’t play out the way we planned ~ #LazarusAwakening Giveaway
“What are we to do when God doesn’t behave the way we thought He should, the way we were taught He would? What are we to feel when our Savior seemingly pulls a no-show, leaving us to wrestle with the pain on our own?” ~ Joanna Weaver Life doesn’t always play out the way we … Continue reading
When you don’t like the ride you’re on
I’m one who likes to be in control– the planner of the schedule – the writer of the menu. I’m one who doesn’t particularly like “surprises” in the journey. I’m reminded of those amusement park river rafting rides. The ones where we sit in the large round inner tube with 6 to 8 seats with a wheel in … Continue reading
When I Stew Over Hurtful Words
The words were spoken in passing but now they are on repeat in my head. The words fill my mind and crowd out other thoughts. I play them over and over with the same questions spinning. Why did they say that? What did they mean by that? What did I do wrong? Hurtful words can … Continue reading
Tripping Over Typeset 