What I’d give for a bit of beautiful, white snow here today, Lord. While physical pain holds me inside this morning, the childlike wonder felt in simply watching snow fall soothes my soul. I believe the peace it brings has something to do with the analogy of Christ washing us clean, making us white as… Continue reading Snowy prayers
In preparation for New Community Church’s five16 event this afternoon serving over 300 households in our city, I wanted to share the scripture motivating us to serve our neighbors with love. It’s my sincere hope you will lean into the Bible, My Friend. Even if you don’t have a personal relationship with Jesus yet, especially… Continue reading Dear Friend
Blessed first morning of December, Dear Friend. As the month begins, I’ll be doing two simple things daily leading up to the celebration of our Savior’s birth. I’d love to have you join me! Beginning today, I am reading one chapter per day from the book of Luke, culminating on Christmas Eve. It is my… Continue reading An Invitation to You
I am learning how to trust God in every, single moment I’m alive. I had always been a fairly healthy person, very fortunate and thankful for my physical wellness. Over the past three years, through multiple surgeries, tests and procedures, I have struggled, and not just physically, but wrestled spiritually with God at times. Earlier… Continue reading Restoration
I awoke this morning with so many names heavy on my heart. I talked with God for what seemed like hours. I went through my routine of showering, dressing and making the bed with the list of all the worldly expectations I am to complete racing through my mind. I sat down with my devotional… Continue reading Seeking Peace
What if we took a few moments today to pray for a brother- or sister-in-Christ who’s enduring a season of suffering? (Better yet, let them know we’re thinking of them.) What if, when we hear of someone’s blessing or success, we share in their joy and celebrate what God is doing in their life? Our… Continue reading Today…
When we were kids, my parents and grandparents would take us for rides “to see the leaves”. Perhaps that explains my affinity for autumn? Regardless, look at these brilliantly-colored leaves! Well done, God. Your Majesty surrounds me. ❤️ #aberryrichlife (Decided to re-post with the first pic I snapped of myself instead. I want to acknowledge… Continue reading Brilliant
