Thanksgiving in the Midst of Failure

Failure...not much of a Thanksgiving theme.

Umbrella Ministry

by Meredith Mills @DazzledByTheSon Don’t you just love rainy days? There’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book and a cup of tea on a dark and rainy day. So cozy and comfortable. Ahh…I love rainy days. Unless I have to run errands. With three kids in tow. Of those rainy days, I…

Did We Take a Wrong Turn?

Did we take a wrong turn somewhere, God? This path we’re on is bumpier than I expected. I’m not seeing many "green pastures" or much "still water." It’s certainly not glamorous. I was kind of hoping for something more exciting, less mundane. I know You lead down “paths of righteousness,” but isn’t there a less…

When Life Blindsides You

It came out of nowhere, that unidentified flying creature.

When I’m not Enough…My Source and Supply

When all I have is not enough

If Only…

Contentment…it sounds blissful, does it not? I think of resting in a beach hammock - a warm breeze whispering through palm trees, waves lapping against the shore, a good book and a refreshing drink. Peace. Quiet. Beauty. Comfort. Oh yes, I could be content there. But for most of us, most of the time, reality…

I Shouldn’t Feel This Way

I "played hookie" on Sunday. Oh, I went to church. I dropped my family off and then sat in the parking lot during Sunday School. I just couldn't bring myself to go in. My heart was in turmoil. I was upset about how the morning was going. Actually, I was upset about how life is…