Jesus Grieves With You
As a hospice nurse, my sister Beth cares for people at the end of their lives, ministering God’s grace as…
Can You Just Sit With Me?
God understands what it means to feel alone. Mark writes this about Jesus, “Then everyone deserted him and fled” (Mark…
Joy in Your Hard Journey
My husband, Steve, had been a daily source of joy for me for more than 50 years. Daily, he made…
Are Your Problems Bigger Than God?
Several years ago, my husband and I were traveling quite a bit for work. On our flights, I loved to…
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…
Cling to God’s Word During Uncertainty
I’m a recovering perfectionist. I manage my household schedule, coordinate family gatherings, and bring friends together for meaningful fellowship. For…
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,…
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…