lib·er·ate libəˌrāt/ (verb) set (someone) free from a situation, especially imprisonment or slavery, in which their liberty is severely restricted set free, free, release, let out, let go, set/let loose, save, rescue * * * When I turned 50 almost two years ago, something significant shifted in the deep places of my heart. I realized that […]
“Bleh!” on “Blessed”
by on March 4, 2019 Leave a Comment
“Oh my goodness, we were so blessed to avoid that car accident.” “God blessed us with a new baby!” “We are so thankful to God for blessing us with a better job.” “May God continue to bless America!” “Your family is incredibly blessed.” Years ago, the word blessed didn’t bug me. In fact, I would […]
We Get to Carry Each Other
by on February 4, 2019 Leave a Comment
In my top 5 all-time favorite songs is One by U2 and Mary J. Blige. I could listen to it on repeat over and over again. If you haven’t before, I encourage you to check out the whole song because it is filled with beautiful lyrics, but the part that rises to the surface today is […]
Women Should NOT Remain Silent
by on January 7, 2019 Leave a Comment
“Women should remain silent in the churches. They are not allowed to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says.” – 1 Corinthians 14:34 Before you click out of this post for fear of being traumatized by seeing this scripture in black and white, yet again, make sure you read the title carefully. […]
Guts Does Not Always Equal Glory
by on December 3, 2018 Leave a Comment
When I think of the word “glory,” several images and phrases come to mind. “The glory of God” with rays of sunshine bursting through the clouds at just the right moment. “All guts and no glory” for the athletes who work their tails off in a sports game and end up losing in the end. […]
