Developing a Habit of Hope
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13)…
Vast & Unfailing
Vast What first comes to mind when you think of the word vast? My first thoughts are of the ocean, the sky, and space. Vast (adj.) = of very great…
Finding Your Game
When athletes talk about finding their game, they refer to playing at their best on a consistent basis. Physical training supplements this, but truly finding your game primarily comes primarily…
Expecting Encouragement
Feeling Encouraged Encouragement can feel a variety of ways. When I’m encouraged, I’m any number of the following… Motivated — Appreciated — Energized — Hopeful Validated — Inspired — Reassured…
Spending Time With God
My husband and I have been married for 24 years, and we dated for 6 years before getting married. At this point, we know each other pretty well. Likes. Dislikes. Annoyances.…
Healthy Holidays & Beyond
For many people, the holidays mean overwhelm and overload. From shopping and family pressures to expectations of joy from self and others to eating too much and staying up too…
Depression During the Winter Months
The Pain of Change Depression used to be my standard operating system. It existed like an evil best friend I knew was bad for me but who also held together…
Anticipation
Pleasurable Anticipation Anticipation can be pleasurable expectation or filled with apprehension. It involves contemplation and hope, and it serves to create a foresight or foretaste of future events. While anticipation…
Struggling with Expectations
Note: This post was originally published on July 11, 2012 under the title "Could This Be Your Biggest Source of Irritation, Frustration and Even Anger?" It has been revised and…
Stability Amidst Constant Change
Strange Things Are Happening Wrinkles. Slowing metabolism. Almost constant aches and pains. Physical changes resulting from aging. Driving. Dating. Independence. Teen boys growing into adults. Life’s seasons usher in change. Friendships…