Good Grief and New Beginnings

So many in the body of Christ are in a place of transition and change as Father is realigning people for a new season of fruit bearing. In order to transition well from one season to the next, it is often necessary to grieve in a healthy way that sets us free to bear fruit in our new season.

GROWTH = letting go + taking hold

After 15 years of driving kids to school, this week will be the last full week of daily drives to … More

She Was Once Your Queen

Dear Husband,

Don’t take for granted that you get to wake up next to the woman who said “I do” to you. Hurt and disappointment may have put walls between you, but remember there was a time you didn’t want to live another day without her. …. . .

Bobby Wasn’t a Man

Bobby was as tall as a man, tried to act like a man, had a pretty young lady by his side, but 17 year old Bobby wasn’t a man. To offer forgiveness and grace to others while ready to throw a stone of judgment at my 17 year old self was hypocritical.

What Are You Fighting FOR?

What are you fighting FOR? Anger and guilt trips from what we are against might temporarily motivate people, but only pursuing a worthwhile prize has the power to motivate long-term.

Overcoming Regret pt. 2: Celebrate What “Is” Instead of “What’s Not”

Overcoming Regret Pt. 2: We are all celebrating, making much of, something today? When I made much of what was missing, I couldn’t see all the goodness around me. To overcome regret and disappointment we will need to learn to celebrate what “is” instead of “what’s not”.

Overcoming Regret pt. 1: Good Grief

Where do we begin the process of overcoming regret? Good grief. Healthy grief allows us to clarify our values, hold on to what is good and move toward what is best.