My husband and I were recently discussing the condition of the church today and its lack of laborers. Over the years, we’ve observed how many have become complacent—sitting on the pews, expecting to be moved by the preacher without truly engaging. Once they leave the church, they return to their daily lives, disconnected from their […]
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As we wrap up our Ministry Matters series, I want to share something that has been a lifeline for me in the middle of the beautiful chaos of ministry. Let’s be real—ministry (and life) can be overwhelming! Whether you’re balancing Sunday school lessons, family meals, or that never-ending to-do list, we all need a little peace from
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If you’ve been around my blog for a while, you know how much I value marriage and family—and so does my husband. As a ministry couple, we have learned (and are still learning!) that keeping our marriage and family strong is essential to effectively fulfilling our calling. While I’d love to say we have it
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Have you ever felt like your life was a TV series filled with drama? I certainly have! As an English teacher, one of my favorite moments in the classroom was watching students discover how the main character in a story changed over time. These changes didn’t happen by osmosis; they were always sparked by challenges,
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I know I’m a bit behind (life has been a bit of a whirlwind lately!), but I’m finally sharing the Calm & Cozy Nights Essential Oil Blend with you. This blend was originally planned for our Family Matters series in August, and though we’re now in Ministry Matters month, I still think this blend fits perfectly into our daily routines as
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Have you ever had someone cut in front of you in line at Walmart or cut you off in traffic? I know I have! Oh, the rage… the anger. I mean, the unmitigated gall of that person! It makes me want to ask them, “Who do you think you are?!” (Insert exasperated sigh here!) But
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Have you ever had a day where the weight of the world seemed to be on your shoulders? The feeling of hopelessness just settles in, and you’re not sure how you’ll make it through the day. I’m here to tell you that prayer makes all the difference in those moments. While answers may not come
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I don’t know about you, but I know as the holiday season starts to round the corner, so does my excitement, and truthfully, my anxiety! As a mom of 4, a pastor’s wife, and a full-time counselor, all of the expectations and plans can start to pile up. Grace in Every Season I looked around
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Life can be chaotic, and sometimes, it feels like there’s barely enough time to breathe. In the midst of everything—housekeeping, homeschooling, work, and all the responsibilities that come with being a wife and a pastor’s wife—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But even in the chaos, there’s beauty in the small, simple ways we can build
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Welcome to the third installment of our Family Matters series! The first two posts were a breeze for me to write—I’m all about saving money and cherishing family dinners. But this post, well, it takes a little more effort. Not because I don’t love spending quality time with my family, but because, as a busy mom and
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