It’s that time of year where we all focus on the birth of Jesus. We marvel at the silent night (which I don’t think it was) and the baby born in a manger (can you imagine the smell and sounds). We are thankful the Christ babe was born.It is a beautiful picture.But have you ever thought about the birthday’s of… Read More
Archives for December 2011
unwrapping the journey
“Where are we going?” We’ve probably said it, and if you have children I’m sure you’ve heard it. It’s a question we dismiss quite often. But as I reflected after I sat in a meeting with an awesome leader, I need to ask, “Where are you going? Where am I going?” The answer is simple. Show me who you are… Read More
Tuesdays Unwrapped {unwrapping freedom}
Yesterday as I headed out in the brisk cool December air for jury duty, something hit me about what an honor it was to serve. Maybe I was trying to pump myself up for the day as I’ve never been chosen, which reminds me of the horrible feelings of middle school. Well, OK – I was chosen then, just always… Read More
unwrapping silence
Have you ever had those seasons where you felt God was silent? Maybe you are there now, right along with me. You seek and search, yet no answer. You might feel Him stirring and moving your heart, but no real breakthrough. Silence is Oh. So. Awkward. As we unwrap the Christmas season and take a look at silence, our minds… Read More
unwrapping tired
I’m joining in over at Five Minute Friday. The goal is to write for five minutes over a specific word given topic. Tired. GO It was late last night. I was driving home from our church campus. It had been a long day filled with meetings, photo shoots, and serving others in our GED program. I knew I was exhausted,… Read More
{unwrapping Jesus} I Will Not Panic
As I turned the page in my daily calendar, it revealed December 1st. Immediately, I could feel the panic, hustle and bustle weighing in on me. How was I going to fit anything else into my already busy schedule? Don’t get me wrong — I love this time of year; there is something magical and precious about it. The season… Read More