Even if the Worst Happens
When we ask, “What if the worst happens?” we can trust God. He has already been to tomorrow and knows…
When You Feel Crushed and Pressed Down
The song “New Wine” begins “In the crushing…In the pressing…You are making new wine.” My early elementary report cards showed…
It’s Not Weak to Ask for Help
Have you ever been in an overwhelming situation and in need of rescue? Not to be dramatic, but that was…
Hey Sister! You are Called to a Life of Hope!
We’ve all had that friend— who had a life-threatening disease, who lost a family member or who has experienced abuse.…
Turn Down the Volume on Worry
Living in downtown Chicago for the past ten years has given me an ongoing noisy soundtrack of trains, buses, sirens,…
Be Gentle With Yourself
Some mornings, my inner critic wakes up with me. As I eat my breakfast, my first thoughts appear auto-populated by…
Which Voice Will You Believe?
Jesus once asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” “Well,” they replied, some say John…
How to Find Healing
For years, I lived a secret life of brokenness while married to a pastor. I was buried under psychological pain…
Let God Tend Your Trees
My nearby neighbor’s lovely garden grew into a mess. Her once beautiful trees and plants became overgrown, no longer producing…
When Will My Turn Come?
Why does God sometimes answer us immediately, and other times, we pray and pray and see nothing for months or…