If you’ve been on this planet for more than a few minutes, you’ve probably experienced seasons of suffering or disappointment. Maybe you’re in one of those seasons right now. In the middle of unbearable pain or shattered plans, we often cling to the hope of what’s to come. Sometimes it feels like hope is only reserved for heaven, when God will restore all brokenness. But I believe the Lord wants to show us glimpses of His restoration right here, right now. I’ve recently come out of a season ... VIEW POST
Joel 2:25: Creating Beauty from Ashes
2 Corinthians 4:16: Do Not Lose Heart
Ask any mama about her post-pregnancy body and she will most likely roll her eyes. It takes a while to bounce back to our “normal” selves and then, when we do, there’s not always a lot of time to “keep up appearances.” For me, getting ready in the morning consists of scrambling to look presentable enough for work OR throwing on a baseball cap and leggings to get the kids to school on time. And yet, on the inside, the Holy Spirit has been at work. Since the day I found out I was pregnant until ... VIEW POST