Tomorrow the universal church observes the Annunciation of Mary: the day Mary received the news that she would bear the Son of God. As I’ve mentioned before, I didn’t grow up observing the church calendar, but I find it refreshing to remember biblical events on days that I wouldn’t otherwise think about them. Following a church calendar helps me remember …
A reader recently shared with me that she would love to read more books but doesn’t have time. As a new mom, full-time career woman, and blogger, I get it: I’m hard-pressed for time as well. But reading is important to me because through books I enter new worlds and see new perspectives. As Tim Keller says: Read and listen …
I didn’t want to be at work. I had just taken a week off to stay home with my baby girl and snuggle—and it was a blast. Going back to work the next Monday? Not so much. Which made me wonder: when had this job—seen as such a blessing when I first received it—become such a burden? When Blessings Become …
I need to repent of my repentance; I need my tears to be washed; I have no robe to bring to cover my sins, no loom to weave my own righteousness; I am always standing clothed in filthy garments, and by grace am always receiving change of raiment, for thou dost always justify the ungodly. ~Valley of Vision: A Collection …
My birthday is coming up, and as birthdays go, they’re a good opportunity to reflect not just on how many more wrinkles or cellulite I have but also on how well I’m living life–how fully I’m enjoying this short visit on earth. And as I reflect on my life so far, I’m blown away by the many opportunities and experiences …