Just over a week ago we were traveling in northwestern Minnesota visiting a relative when we realized we’d be driving close to the retreat center where I’ve attended several women’s retreats. Since we had some extra time and John had only ever heard stories about this place we thought it would be fun to stop so…
Stories of Grace and Faith
In the Middle of a Miracle
A few weeks ago I attended a Leadership Development Night at our church. The teaching was on being a flexible and adaptable leader. Keith, our speaker for the evening, talked about how we need to embrace change, be ready for it to happen, and not get our undies in a bunch when we’re asked to…
I Deserve Better! Or Do I?
Last Wednesday I flew to California to visit my parents. I was flying on an airline I don’t normally use and thus have no frequent flyer status or even an airline credit card that would allow me to be one of the first four dozen people onto the plane rather than one of the last four. I pondered…
Why Doesn’t God Shout?
How often do I need to be reminded of the truth? I mean seriously, I have written numerous posts about how important it is to keep my eyes on Jesus and off of my problems. I KNOW this stuff! And yet, it feels like I need a reminder over and over again. This week, I…
Can’t I Do it All?
John and I recently signed up to be part of a mission team going to Estonia in the fall. We are so excited to go and know God has called us for THIS trip at THIS time. After we’d signed up and paid our initial down payment my friend called and asked me if I wanted to…