Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. -Isaiah 7:14 This name, meaning "God with us," given to Jesus by the Old Testament prophet is so weighty to me. Emmanuel, God with us. And this painting is one of my favorite Christmas decorations! But Emmanuel means more than … Continue reading A Costly Name
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to be with Jesus
"..and crowds gathered to him again. And again, as was his custom, he taught them." -Mark 10:1 It didn't matter where Jesus went, a crowd of people followed him. Today, I wondered, "Would I have been one of those people?" I don't think so. My plans are too important. Yep, I said it. I don't think I … Continue reading to be with Jesus
Experiencing Mercy
But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved. (Ephesians 2:4-5) Warning: Do not try this at home. This morning I was heading to school, when I saw a police car parked … Continue reading Experiencing Mercy
Tomorrow is Too Much
Confession: I spent today completely overwhelmed. Distracting thoughts swirled in my head all day long, but the ride home (a 30-minute commute) was the most tumultuous. As I drove home, I worried about the following things: school tomorrow school Friday a presentation next week where I will be in 5 years where I will be in … Continue reading Tomorrow is Too Much
My Budget is my Best Friend
You guys. Budgets are amazing. Here is a brief summary of how our budget has made our lives better. I had never known what a budget really was until marriage counseling. During our engagement, finances were one of our largest stressors; partly because we didn't have income & partly because I totally forgot about a … Continue reading My Budget is my Best Friend
Jesus & Work
Work is not easy. And being new to the working world is exhausting. At least for me. Seeking to learn more about it, I just finished Every Good Endeavor by Tim Keller and, goodness, that man is so wise. The book is about how Jesus can be honored in and through our work, and it is phenomenal! … Continue reading Jesus & Work
Learning in Tragedy
Last weekend was the most emotionally draining weekend I have had in a long, long time. In light of the tragic events of the week prior, our church (The Bridge) spent a significant part of our gathering praying and discussing what our response should be. You can read that portion of the service here (It is really great!). Then, in the … Continue reading Learning in Tragedy
Her Highest Calling
A few months ago, I was in the middle of the first chapter of Good News for Weary Women by Elyse Fitzpatrick when she dropped a bomb. "Motherhood is not a woman's only calling, nor it is her highest calling..." Woah. Okay, that's fine. Yea, especially since I'm not a mom... Hold on, really? My heart … Continue reading Her Highest Calling
I’m married and I still need Jesus.
A conversation with a friend this morning reminded me of the days before I was married. Being not that long ago, it is fairly easy for me to recall the many emotions that led up to the wedding day. For many, many months, my desire was to be married, to call Brandon "mine" and it be true. Although … Continue reading I’m married and I still need Jesus.
Year 2: The Top 10 (& the Not Top 10)
Hey everybody! Last year we started a tradition on our anniversary. We decided to list, in order, the top ten moments, people, or things from the previous year of our marriage. So, of course we had to do it again this year! It is a BLAST. First, we brainstorm by looking through photos & calendars … Continue reading Year 2: The Top 10 (& the Not Top 10)
Her Highest Calling 