So they’re finally here—the holidays.  First Thanksgiving, then Christmas, finally New Years.  

As we’re approaching what’s called the “most wonderful time of the year”, this article is meant to be a gentle (and perhaps humorous) reminder of the truth that as Chr...

Have you ever noticed that no one gives away a trip for one? Why? Because trips are always more fun when you take those you love with you. The same thing is true in our spiritual lives.

Why do I believe it is important for Christians to avoid compromise?

Here’s a hint: it isn’t legalism and I don’t mean to in any way diminish grace.

Here’s why I believe it’s so important.

It was late at night and everyone else was asleep.  I, once again, was wide awake worrying about an event that was three months away.  

Granted, I’d been stressing about this date on the calendar for weeks until I thought we’d figured out a solution. Tonight, I w...

A few weeks ago, I invited some friends to our house for a party.  Being the type of woman who wants everything to look just right for company, I spent the better part of three weeks preparing for the event.   

Yeah, I know, three weeks is a lot of time.  

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One of the biggest areas where Christians choose to settle for less than God has for them is in the area of inner healing.

Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be this way. Your choices today can help you overcome your past and have hope for the future.

If your timeline is anything like mine, over the past few days it’s been filled with people sharing their thoughts on the topic of women teaching the Bible.   Initially, I wasn’t going to comment (because I’m basically not a joiner).  Then I listened to a video by one...

I' m not sure how it happened:  one day I was a kid complaining about how bored I was when my parents watched  Bob Vila’s “This Old House”;   next thing you know I'm recording shows to watch on HGTV.  

Here's what  my favorite show on HGTV can t...

It’s that time of year again—-Halloween. Once again the debate will rage as to whether or not Christians should celebrate or abstain from this holiday. Honestly, I get that it’s a touch decision. On the one hand, most Christians will acknowledge that Halloween celebrat...

Have you ever bit into a piece of chocolate cake expecting to taste rich decadence only to be disappointed?

What can this experience tell us about choosing to “never settle” in our spiritual lives?