When Guilt Threatens the Gift
This post comes from a Christmas Letter written 8 years ago when we were in the THICK of Calendar Overload. Noah (7) yelled wildly from our downstairs family room, “I found him. I found him!” “Who?” I …
Rewriting History
Thanking God for you, your passion and partnership. We are re-posting this blog because a website glitch on Nov 18th kept 2/3 of our blog subscribers from receiving it. Four Quiet Christmas Devotions will be coming your …
Heart to Heart
Gratitude alters intimate relationships. It is a life-giving foundation. It says in neon lights, “I see you. I recognize who you are and how I am blessed by your life and your love.” Entitlement is ugly. Indifference …
Jesus Loved Martha
Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. John 11:5 These words (especially the first three), and the order in which they were written, leaped out and landed in my heart. Thud. I would have expected Mary, Martha’s sister, …
Off The Grid – Part 2
The topic of “cell phones” hits a nerve. Just this week, a revealing article, “Stop Googling. Let’s Talk.” by Sherry Turkle caught my eye. It revolves around how mobile internet devices impact solitude, conversation, and young adults …
Off The Grid
Life at one time, had natural, built-in boundaries to the rhythm of our days. A long time ago, people went to bed shortly after sunset – especially when wood or oil reserves ran low. More recently, phones …
A Sabbath Prayer
My Bible bulges with mementos—reminders of God drawing near. Most handy of these love letters, devotions, bookmarks and scribbles is a well-worn, folded piece of paper titled, “A Sabbath Prayer.” Written years ago, it prepares my heart …
Prescription for Rest in the 21st Century
Become a storyteller. Our hurried existence leaves little room for reflection. The biblical command “to remember” anchors our faith to the handiwork of God’s provision, protection, and Presence. Pause. Reflect. Remember. Share. God uses our stories to …
Memory Lane
Wow! With school bells ringing and churches moving into high gear, the end of summer is a time of new beginnings. The Run Hard. Rest Well. team agrees. Having just completed our 3rd strategic planning meeting (no small …
On Callings & Commitments
Each season of our life is made up of a unique blend of commitments and calling. Commitments Commitments are the non-negotiable obligations in our life. Some bring great joy, like caring for a long awaited newborn. Some …