Posts tagged “Grace”
A new definition for patience
I recently asked a large group of people how many of them wished they had more patience. Rather than raising their hands, most of…
Is Jesus disappointed in you?
A few years ago, I lost my voice and my car wouldn’t start on the same day, so I ordered an Uber to give…
How to start reading the Bible
Only 30 percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. Whoa! That surprised me. After all, at this time of year, the topic of changing…
The new you is hidden
Some years my New Year’s resolutions are clear and focused. This year they’re hidden, which actually makes them more impactful and hopeful. Here’s how:…
Made new
We recently remodeled our office. This involved new wallpaper and floor-to-ceiling bookshelves to create my dream library, as well as a space for my…
The Lord delights in you
I love watching my kids. It’s not always easy being a parent, but my kids bring me so much joy. I love watching their…
The ripple effect
Joyce Kwan is a sustainability and community leader who believes in the ripple effect. She raised funds in a Polar Plunge and was team…
Let us sing!
Music plays an important role in creating the “magic” of the Christmas season. As the temperature drops where I live in Wisconsin and the…
The joy of not owning
When you’re staying at a hotel, do you bring pictures along and nail them up on the walls? Do you leave the water running…
The Lord is your shade
It’s really nice to be in the shade. I learned that this past summer. Here in Oklahoma, the highs were over 100 degrees for…
Why I love imperfect worship
When I gather with others and we worship together, it is not heaven because … I’m here, and I’m imperfect. We all have sin…
Disciplined
Sometimes I wish I were more disciplined. I wish it were easier to automate good habits. I wish temptations weren’t so tempting. I wish…