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There’s a unique kind of feeling that settles in the soul after a powerful worship service or a stirring Bible study. Perhaps the pastor’s words convicted the quiet corners of your soul or a verse shone a light on a longing that you have been carrying for months, and for a moment, you felt the…

We live in an age where busyness is a badge of honor. Our schedules are tightly packed, our devices endlessly buzz with reminders and notifications, our inboxes never empty, and the moments of genuine quiet seem to dwindle day by day. As the world celebrates busyness as virtue, we wear exhaustion as a trophy, as…

There are seasons in life when the sun seems to linger a little longer, when laughter rings more sweetly, and the burdens we carry feel lighter upon our shoulders. These are the days awash in joy, when hope whispers loudly in the corridors of our hearts and our spirits, unencumbered, dare to soar. Gratitude bubbles…

There is something sacred about a sun-drenched morning spent in quiet reflection, especially when the world feels too swift and noisy to notice its own beauty. Recently, as I sat on the back porch with my husband, Joe, overlooking the gentle shimmer of the lake, we found ourselves drifting into a conversation about the countless…

If you’ve ever considered painting your entire house, let me offer a slice of advice: prepare not just for a home makeover, but for a full-on lesson in patience, flexibility, understanding, and rediscovering gratitude amidst the chaos. This past week, my husband Joe and I hired painters to give every wall in our house a…

Recently, my husband Joe and I watched “The Chosen – The Last Supper”. In one of the episodes, the apostles performed the Dayenu, a Passover seder that expresses gratitude for God’s miracles during the Exodus, acknowledging that what was done was good enough. While listening to each participant, I reflected on the numerous answered prayers…

The other day, I found myself observing a seemingly ordinary moment—two women chatting enthusiastically about their lives. Their laughter and stories drew me in, though I was not part of their conversation. One woman spoke with excitement about discovering a few new restaurants with her husband. She described the ambiance of each place, the exquisite…

Every once in a while, I hear a song that is so profound that it leaves a lasting mark on my heart. This past Sunday was one such moment for me. During a night of worship at my church, the worship team led us in song after song. With each song, I found myself raising…

The other evening, I had the craziest dream that lingered with me long after I woke up. In this dream, my husband and I were deciding between two living arrangements in a new home. The first option was a shared dormitory-style bedroom filled with the chatter and chaos of four other couples. The alternative was…

Emotional eating is a deeply personal struggle that many of us face—often in silence and often misunderstood. It sneaks into our lives disguised as comfort, easing the weight of stress, sadness, and uncertainty. For many, food becomes a companion during life’s most challenging moments. Yet, the relief it offers is fleeting, often leaving behind an…