I had been in Guatemala when I heard God whisper, “Bring other’s back.” I really didn’t understand what that meant. That trip to Guatemala left me overwhelmed with the vastness of poverty I saw. I wondered, as we walked among the community and visited with the families there, how one person or even a group of 20 could make a… Read More
3 things to do when love hurts.
Have you taken a risk for another person lately? A risk that might have left you raw and exposed with your heart laid out barren for all to see. Risking for the sake of others means you will be hurt. [tweet that] Sometimes that hurt is not even intended, but it comes as heartaches and tears. I’ve spent the better… Read More
the release of a new book and a world-changing challenge.
It’s been a crazy year already. Is anyone else feeing that? My soul stirs. It thrashes. It feels off kilter. As a matter of fact, I’m still looking for my January 1st fresh start. With the release of my new book, Remodel Your Life, with audio devotionals coming out this Thursday, I’ve been thinking a lot about teaching. I love… Read More
a challenge to slow down and listen.
Do you ever wonder what the heart’s of others are speaking? Sometimes you just have to slow down and let the hidden words of their heart flow. As my heart processes images, thoughts, and precious moments I’ve experienced lately, I want to challenge you to slow down and listen to the people all around. you. There are hurting souls everywhere…. Read More
when you wonder if your messy words make a difference.
We were sitting across the table having coffee, each trying to decipher what God was doing in our lives. She was wondering what her puzzle was going to look like when God put in the final piece. I was feeling like the puzzle with missing pieces. It was a beautiful conversation. But one where I did not walk away feeling… Read More
i went to learn and i was suffocated.
When God calls you to crazy, big, scary things you need to get some facts. God’s burden upon my heart for those caught in sex trade has been thick. And the pressing nudge upon my soul made it clear it was time to take a step. I went to learn. Having known now for about six months that God was… Read More