Last week, I was in the doctor’s office with a sick kid. My son had a HIGH fever, so he was not acting like himself. I knew he was sick because he was cuddled up in my lap as opposed to exploring everything around us. With his fever-flushed head on my chest, I found myself singing to him.
Songs From Our Hearts Read Post »
I have a confession to make: We do not pray at home, as a family, with any regularity. There, I said it.
Currently I’m sitting on my sister’s couch with her tiny 6 pound, two-week-old baby nestled right beside me. Life is good. So very good.
Sharing Love, Prayers, and Discipleship with a Brand New Niece Read Post »
Despite my best attempts, we struggle committing to a formal Christian education time or daily devotion in our house of chaos. I couldn’t quite put my finger on exactly why, but it was likely the four busy, beautiful daughters I call my own.
Where Did You Find Jesus Today? Read Post »
Not long ago, as I waited to use the restroom at Friendly Toast in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, I became intensely aware of the sign on the door
Epiphany, Inclusivity, and Restroom Wisdom Read Post »
Editor’s Note: This post originally appeared on Building Faith, a ministry of Virginia Theological Seminary My First Prayer for My
Do you pray for your children? Read Post »
Feeling more fear than courage? Miriam reflects on loss, depression, and accepting God’s repeated invitation to be not afraid.
Feeling fear? Just say no. Have courage instead. Read Post »
Several years ago the church I currently serve decided to end their Wednesday healing service, opting instead to add healing
Saint Luke and Laying On Hands Read Post »
During Lent this year, our church decided to start using the “modern” version of the Lord’s Prayer. I think it
Save Us From the Time of Trial Read Post »
One early May Saturday my spouse and I helped plant trees in the Southtown area of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The