Do you ever wonder what Jesus would do if He were given a triple chocolate cream-filled cupcake? Would He eat it? Or would He politely pass? Maybe it’s just me and my WWJD-bracelet memories from junior high years, but sometimes I look at the food in front of me and wonder: What would Jesus do? Would Would Jesus Eat? If Jesus …
A Prayer for Christmas Peace
I don’t know about you, but I can get so consumed by everything I need to DO for the Christmas season that I often skip my quiet time with the Lord just to tackle another item on my list. And if I do make it to that sacred space, my mind is buzzing with so much to do that I can …
The Shocking Truth about My Daughter’s First Birthday Party
Can I tell you a personal story? It’s kind of embarrassing, really, but I think you need to know this about me… For a brief moment, I was convinced some desperate sugar-binging alien had possessed me. On my daughter’s first birthday, as our guests were leaving and family was helping tear down the party decorations, I ate a slice of …
How to Find Rest Amid the Holiday Chaos
I held the phone to my ear as I stirred the potato soup and grabbed the bottle cap out of my toddler’s mouth. “So, how are you doing?” she asked, friendly and openly. “Honestly?” I ventured. “I’m a bit overwhelmed. I’ve got so many things to do in the next few weeks and we’re only halfway through November. I don’t …
15 Inspirational Bible Verses to Help You Say Thank You
If you’re looking for the perfect words to express gratitude to someone who’s showed you kindness, try these Bible verses to help you say thank you better than you could on your own. They’re short but are the perfect accompaniment to your heartfelt words in a card, email, or Facebook message. They’re also exactly what you need to say thank you to these …





