A Bucket That’s Overflowing

Do you ever find God trying to get your attention? More than once, more than twice, this week I've been reminded of wanting more. No, not the more we often think about; more clothes (hands up if you are like me), more beautiful things to surround us and have a home just like so-and-so’s, more …

Jesus, Bring the Rain

Don't ask Jesus to bring the rain and expect to not get wet. I've heard it. I sang it. And I got drenched. I first heard the Mercy Me song Hold Fast years ago on a hurried trip to the children's hospital. It was the voice of God I needed while I tried to watch …

Finding Joy in the Mundane

A friend asked me how my family was doing. I said all was status quo, nothing exciting, no ups, no downs. We haven't had any bad days or really exciting things to report. Today was just ... today. Sounds kindof boring to the outsider. But actually, we have so much joy in the mundane. There …