“Just beyond the veil is where you are and where I want to be.” – Merchant Band They always say that how you view your father is a reflection of how you view God. I’ve heard this and agreed with the statement, but never thought my view of my dad affected my relationship with God. Continue reading

I saw the movie “The Women” recently, and something from the movie has made a lasting impression on me. In the middle of the movie, Meg Ryan’s character is having an identity crisis — everything in her life had fallen apart, so she goes on a mountain retreat. While at the retreat, she’s trying to Continue reading

Extra Fancy. Premium Quality. All Natural. The irony. I’m sitting alone in my office, alternating between actually working and handling personal things like emails. Someone walks into my office to discuss something that should’ve been addressed over a week ago, so I put on a happy face while thinking, “this wouldn’t be an issue if Continue reading

“Restore us, O God; make your face shine upon us, that we may be saved.” (Psalm 80:3) As a culture, we Americans seem to have drifted far and wide into a spiritual black hole — far from the roots of which our home was founded. We’ve gone from strong values, clear boundaries and moral footing Continue reading

I’ve been ultra-stressed out for a few weeks. My plate has been very, very full — preparing for Bible Study; freelance work (3 projects!); regular work; new duties at regular work; preparing for my mom’s week-long visit. I have been getting up early each day to spend quiet time with the Lord by reading my Continue reading