We all have things that hold us back, walls that keep us from moving forward or doing what’s expected of us. What kind of barriers do you have in your life? I’ve thought about this a lot, especially over the past year and in regards to relationships. Telling on myself a bit here, but in…

Let’s face it, the Old Testament can sometimes be a little dry and blah to read. Or maybe it’s all the rules set forth in Leviticus that make you want to steer away. But if you take a deeper look, there are some amazing revelation within those books! For example, if you look at 1…

What is hope? We hear this word constantly flitted around in our circles and through the media and church. Hope that such and such happens. Hope for better results. Hope for quick recovery, etc, etc. We hear it all over, but what does it actually mean? What is it? Webster’s defines hope as the following:…

Let’s face it. We all have moments of insecurity. We all have moments where anxiety hits us and we wonder whether we are good enough. Am I in the right job? Am I doing well at my job? Am I being the parent my kids need? Am I being the person my spouse needs? And…

Someone once told me, “I’ll never step foot in a church. Apart from you, they are nothing but fakes!” Partially complimented, partially disheartened, my response was swift. “When was the last time that you were in one?” Well, that wasn’t the response they were wanting or looking for because an immediate defense started. “I was…

I once had a conversation with a friend of mine who was having a rough time with his son and he made the comment. “I really suck at this parenting thing.” My response? “Parenting is not for the faint of heart.” I think everyone has said or thought or felt that they are failing at…

Sometimes it’s hard to see how fast life is going and then occasionally there are those days that completely put it into perspective for you.  My oldest, Jazzmyne, turns 11 today and I have found myself over the last few days pondering on what an amazing journey it has been so far.  She was born…