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Themes

I think God works in themes. Do you find that to be true? Surely you have had those moments when the same verse came up in your personal study, in the sermon at church on Sunday, and again in group Bible study later in the week. No doubt you have experienced it as well. Sometimes I wonder about those themes, though. Like a few weeks ago when the story of Hosea and Gomer (if you need a ... Read More about Themes

Four Ways to Tackle Deployment

No two deployments ever look exactly alike. Different location, time in service (you've been married longer), new job, or additional kids, these can all change what a deployment looks like. Then you add in the craziness that can take place. You've no doubt been there too - ER visits with children, garbage disposals that cease to function, or cars that won't even start. All fun and exciting, I ... Read More about Four Ways to Tackle Deployment

I Wish

"I wish." These two words can get me in more trouble than anything I know. Surely you have said them too. This week is one of those weeks. I'll be completely honest with you. I almost had a pity party...okay, maybe I did have an actual pity party, but not for too long. There are really no excuses. These moments start because I get selfish and I lose my focus. Late the other evening, I ... Read More about I Wish

Ordinary Moments

It has been three weeks since I blogged last. Sometimes the biggest challenge in blogging is trying to find something in my normal everyday life that would be of interest to someone outside the four walls of my home. I have moments of deep thought, but those are few and far between. Much like most of you, I struggle every day simply doing my best to follow my Savior. I certainly have days where ... Read More about Ordinary Moments

Ready for Anything

I am at a conference this week. I am excited. I would tell you my excitement is because I am going to learn so much about how to blog better, do better in my speaking engagements, learn to balance ministry and family better than ever and learn how to publish a book in six months flat. I would tell you these are the reasons for my excitement . . . but they're not. I woke up to my alarm ... Read More about Ready for Anything