The Blog
to encourage your heart and
add a lift to your step
The Blog
to encourage your heart and
add a lift to your step
Because Life Is Better Together
One thing this pandemic has taught us is this: we need each other. Maybe I didn't realize it so much before all this began, but I certainly realize it now. Maybe I (not intentionally) took the people in my life for granted. And maybe I also didn't realize how very...
7 Helpful Bible Verses To Encourage A Weary Heart
Is today a day you could use some encouragement or inspiration? Is your heart troubled or your circumstances weighing you down? Or are you feeling tired, worn out, or just plain weary? Friend, you're not alone. I believe you're in good company. When I get to feeling...
My Story: Daring To Choose Grace Instead Of Guilt
Today I'm honored to share my personal story of the effects of guilt in my life, and what happens when one dares to choose grace instead. The beginning of my story is below. If you're struggling with guilt today, friend, I understand. I pray this encourages you and...
How To Keep Your Shine In A World That’s Dark
Sometimes a simple string of words, written or voiced, have been known captivate me. Someone, without realizing, can write or say a sentence that lingers with me for a long time. This very thing happened a couple weeks ago, and I can't dismiss it from my mind. A...
It’s Not Easy To Pray For Someone Who Mistreats Me
I'm guessing you do a better job than I in praying for someone who mistreats you. In fact, I typically stink at it. When someone says unkind words, or displays hateful actions, or mistreats me in any kind of way, I struggle internally. My selfishness and desire to be...
Hope And Promise For Pandemic-Weary People
A year ago a number of words were never a part of my vocabulary. Words such as pandemic, face masks, social distancing, and quarantine. I don't remember ever using those words a year ago or earlier. They didn't fit in my life, but the certainly fit now. Friend, if I...
