There are storms of life that prevent future hurricanes. Are you riding the storms of life well?
You know the person. Within minutes of conversation it is obvious that they don’t like you and probably reject everything you stand for. Sometimes this person becomes an enemy, and sometimes a friend. However, there is a part of each of us that looks to connect with others who hold our same values and social […]
Sometimes God is kind to us and gives us a serious reality check. Today was one of those days. I came out of the restroom, and saw a beautiful woman with perfect hair standing there. Next to her, I felt dowdy. It is not uncommon for me to blurt what is on my mind, and […]
I’ve written extensively this year on the role of church. One of the foundations that sits in the background, but has not yet been expressed is the need for women in church leadership. The doctoral program that I am in has worked extensively on understanding the theology of women in ministry. Today I’d like to […]
Yesterday I talked about self-identity. I’m thinking through this for a reason. I highly suspect that: Just as we tend to change careers every 7 years, we also tend to need to redefine our boxes (which means teens aren’t the only ones working on self-identity). When we are solely defined by what others think of […]
Some people hate to say “I’m sorry” or “I was wrong” Those aren’t my thing. It is easy for me to admit fault in those ways. However, even typing this next sentence is emotionally trying. I hate to say “I don’t know.” And, I’m married to a very inquisitive man. He asks questions – usually […]
Imagine you had a group of people who listen intensely to what you have to say, then give you honest feedback and input. Would you like to borrow 5 other brains to move to your next level immediately? This last year, I’ve had the privilege of walking with a group of friends who are amazing. […]
I read something life-changing this morning: “Rejection is a type of communication.” from The Search for Significance: Seeing Your True Worth Through God’s Eyes This means that rejection could mean: You confuse me I don’t get you You don’t fit my paradigm so I don’t know how to act with you I am overloaded and […]
This morning, I just sat and listened to my heart talk to God. I know. That sounds really odd. It had been quite a while since I’d just leveled with God, I found myself with an extra hour and decided to not try to accomplish anything. Instead, I spent the hour just letting my heart […]
Did you know that the words you use will either connect you to someone or leave you hanging? One day I met one of our ushers in the church office. I asked him a simple question: How did you feel about Sunday?” This man is intelligent, and definitely has opinions, and he looked at me with a […]