Excited by Advent

Excited by Advent

Are you excited for Christmas? This was the topic of my last post (click here to read the post). In the midst of the busyness of the Christmas season, Advent invites us to take a step back and get excited for Christmas. Focusing on hope, peace, joy, and love, Advent...
What If We Made the Choice?

What If We Made the Choice?

In my last post, I discussed the choice we have to make (click here to read the post). Will we buy into the lie of hopelessness that feeds the brokenness around us, or will we choose to buy into real hope that could help us write a new story? The lie tries to convince...
We Have a Choice to Make

We Have a Choice to Make

As I considered what to write about this week, one thought came to mind: the world is a heavy place right now. This became even more clear with the shocking and horrific assassination of Charlie Kirk, which overshadowed a devastating and traumatic school shooting in...
Small Ripples Make a Big Difference

Small Ripples Make a Big Difference

What happens when a single drop of water lands on the surface of a lake or pond? While small and seemingly insignificant compared to the body of water its entering, the drop has a cascading effect as it hits the surface. Starting as a small splash as the drop hits the...
Summer Rewind: Avoiding the Temptation to Give Up

Summer Rewind: Avoiding the Temptation to Give Up

Do you ever feel like giving up? I certainly do sometimes. Despite my convictions about hope, there are still moments when I feel hopeless. Having recently traveled to Nicaragua, I was reminded of some of the challenges my Nicaraguan friends face as they work to bring...