In Matthew 16, Jesus turns to Peter and cries, “Get behind me, Satan!” What elicited such a sharp response? What can we learn from Peter’s mistake and Jesus’ response?
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The Stress Zoo: Which Animal Are You?
These six animals can teach us something about how we handle stress. Are you an ostrich, turtle, chameleon, cat, squirrel, or bird?
Sitting With Mom
This week I’m sitting by mom mom’s bedside as she slowly fades from this earth. My heart hurts desperately, but I’m at peace, knowing we’ll meet again. And my mind wanders. I think about my orchid…
How I Try To Remember What God Has Done
I have learned to build mental memorials, signposts to help me remember God’s presence and love for me, to remind me that “God was here.”
Six Books That Helped Nurture My Soul (Part 1)
Some books rent space in my mind for a couple of days. Others move in and live there for the rest of my life.
Today I wanted to share with you six books that made themselves at home in my mind. These are the ones that altered my perspective, reframed my reactions, and reshaped who I am.