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How to gain influence
I asked the Lord this question this time last year. I was working so hard to build my social media platform and blog following in preparation for shopping my book to publishers. When it comes to publishing, it's often a numbers game. It's exhausting and yet necessary...
The theology of iced tea
I have never had a cup of coffee in my life. True story. I'm not trying to be good, I just hate the taste. I can't tell you how many times I've fallen for the, "Try it! I promise it doesn't taste like coffee" trick. Be assured, I don't fall for it anymore. I will not...
Disappointed with joy
She said, "I know that you are a mature believer. I know that you passionately love the Lord and are very in tune with Him. That's a really good thing. But what I am seeing is deep and hidden disappointment." To which I balked inside and thought to myself, "Not me. I...
The good ol’ days are NOW
It's officially Fall. If you're anything like me, that bubbles up all the warm and fuzzy feels - even if it is still hot where I live. There's something so nostalgic about this season that wisks us back to days gone by. Whether it's the memories of family gatherings,...
I know I know I know
Ever had a conversation with someone where their response sounded like a record skipping on the phrase "I know, I know, I know"? When I was a kid my mom and I would watch Mr.Rogers Neighborhood while eating breakfast. There was a rocking horse that only said one...
He wants me to keep secrets
I am a verbal processor. I am a transparent, bare-my-soul-to-the-world person. What you see is what you get and I don't have any secrets. That's a good thing...right? Most of the time, yes, however recently the Lord invited me into a new and specific season. This year...
Jesus broke up with me
"Can I tell you something?" I could feel Him drawing me near, "Yes, Lord." "I don't want to be your 'big, sexy husband, Jesus' anymore." "Why, Lord?" "Because I want your actual husband to win. I gave him to you. He can't compare to me, and I want him to win." "So,...
What color is your Christmas?
White? Black? Red? Green? Blue? Let me explain. For many of us, our childhood Christmases were red and green and sparkling with hope and possibility. Bright lights twinkled with our heart’s desire. The smell of food and the sounds of laughter are...
Book Review: Talking to Jesus
Some people are so eloquent with their prayers! They pray, and not only are you deeply touched, but immediately feel inadequate, like your prayers sound more like a child's clumsy grocery list packed full of things like llamas, play-do, and a tree that grows money and...
Stand down!!
I'm an atmosphere shifter. Typically, when I enter a room I bring A LOT of energy with me. I know that I'm called and gifted to shift an atmosphere to a place of hope, freedom and joy. But the other side of this responsibility is that I also feel strongly and...