When someone asks me to sign “Hope for Tomorrow”, I typically sign something personal to them and then I have a special signature. A part of the signature is using Philippians 4:6-7. It is my life verse for several reasons. By nature, I am an anxious person. Looking back on my childhood, I can see…
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Sabbath Sunday: You See a Sunset, I See a Promise
This sunset was one of the few days the sun came out in March in NE Ohio. It was on the way to a gathering with women who I believe are moving past brokenness and hurt to freedom and abundance. But it’s a process, and it’s hard. This scene is my reminder that even on…
Character Confession: Scared of Success
Afraid of success? That’s crazy talk. Or is it? Years ago I knew God was asking me to surrender a volunteer position that I loved. It wasn’t because I grew an ego or was prideful, but He wanted me to break out of the comfort zone and trust Him for the…
Life Beats Radio: Don’t Make My Mom Be the Only Listener
Dawn at Life Beats Radio was kind enough to ask me to be a guest on her show and talk about surrender. For those that subscribe to my feed, the broadcast is tonight, Thursday, April 18th, 7:00 EST. Once the show is over I’ll put it on the website and you can view anytime, but…
Praying for Boston: This Time Feels Different
The scene, once I turned my TV on Monday afternoon, looked too familiar. In 2001 I wanted answers. I couldn’t stop watching the coverage. I needed to understand But I couldn’t. As days and weeks unfolded, I hung on the president’s words and promises. Such patriotism I felt. Don’t mess with US. But this time…
Sabbath Sunday: You See a Sunset, I See a Promise
This sunset was one of the few days the sun came out in March in NE Ohio. It was on the way to a gathering with women who I believe are moving past brokenness and hurt to freedom and abundance. But it’s a process, and it’s hard. This scene is my reminder that even on…