Thoughts

Let’s talk about loving yourself. Weeks ago I got into a car accident. Thankfully, nobody was hurt and insurance covered our car, but I was furious with myself for getting into the accident. My husband repeatedly said, ‘Accidents happen and they’re...

One of the best ways to increase your joy is to share it. Whether that is joy over an engagement, a puppy, a job promotion, a birthday party, a marriage, or a culture. That makes sense, right? Here's...

Let’s talk about envy. It’s not talked about much, but is crystal clear when someone is feeling it in his or her voice, expressions, or actions. Envy is such a poisonous feeling because it’s a mixture of love and...

At the heart of our sin is our desire to be God rather than to be like God. We want to be all-knowing, all-powerful, all glorified, and have all the attention. We want our lives to revolve around us. No...

Years ago when life was busy and loud, I barely noticed the whisper. But in the silent moments, I’d sit there with tears in my eyes, an unsteadiness in my soul, and ask, is this it? Is this all...