Ever since my daughter was young, she’s been able to catch wild birds with her hands. She waits patiently, usually with birdseed nearby or in her hand. I call her my “bird whisperer”. She knows of course she can’t keep them (as much as she’d …
Read MoreReason for Celebration!
I find Jewish culture fascinating and follow a Jewish woman’s blog who has taught me so much. This week, Rachel Mankowitz shared about Tu Bishvat, the New Year of the Trees, which began last evening, and continues through today, January 28. Rachel says historically, this …
Read MoreA Key to Thriving
I have appreciated what Kristin Cary has shared about her four keys to thriving after sexual betrayal. She likes to use analogies to emphasize the serious nature of the injury which happens when a woman is sexually betrayed. The first and foremost “key” is to …
Read MoreWho’s Driving?
When facing a betrayal, we experience a lot of confusion. It’s hard to know what we need to do and when to do it. God provides us with two things to help us make right decisions and avoid wrong choices. Our roadmap for life is …
Read MoreCoping With Triggers
My new friend, Melissa Ruff, is the director of Live Free Wives, an online community for women affected by betrayal trauma. She has walked the road of betrayal and feels called to come alongside women experiencing pain and trauma. She’s written some wise words regarding …
Read MoreShaping Stories
Hey Friends, Jennie Denney has a new weekly series on her website entitled “Shaping Stories”. It includes personal stories of how the Holy Spirit transforms inner lives while practicing various spiritual disciplines. Last Monday Jennie posted my story of how scripture memorization has shaped me. …
Read MoreGOOD STEWARDSHIP
My Battle Buddy, Gigi Hopkins, is the Wives Care Coordinator at Be Broken Ministries. Not only is her heart as big as the moon, she also happens to be a great writer! Check out her article on self care. You will be blessed! WHY SELF-CARE …
Read MoreBe Blessed
Hey, friends! Joy is a choice! Don’t let the enemy steal it from you today. Remember: Thoughts lead to feelings which lead to spoken words. Don’t pronounce a curse on yourself with negativity. Instead, speak words of blessing over yourself and others. Can you think …
Read MoreSoul Care: Being a Good Steward
I used to plant paperwhite bulbs in pots every November— without fail. Come Christmas, I’d have glorious white flowers blooming inside. When life got hard, planting bulbs was not even on my radar. The simple hobbies I enjoyed were forgotten as I sat, consumed in …
Read MoreDependent on the Shepherd
As a knitter, spinner, and weaver, I’m naturally drawn to love wool and sheep. But, sheep aren’t the smartest animals! Left on their own, they make mistakes, often getting into trouble or getting lost. Completely dependent upon their shepherd for provision, protection, and guidance, they …
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