Living Your Purpose

Sometimes God asks us to lay something down, and we assume that means the season is over. We begin making peace with what we think we are leaving behind, only to discover that God wasn’t taking away the calling at all. He was changing the way He wanted us to walk in it. That has…

For a long time, I didn’t realize how much of my life was shaped by the desire to be accepted. I wanted to be liked, included, and to know that I mattered. When I experienced rejection, it touched something much deeper than the circumstances of that moment. It made me question myself. What is wrong…

There is something deeply meaningful about watching the next generation rise up with a heart for the Lord. It is one thing to pray that young people will love Jesus, serve others, and carry the gospel into the world. It is another thing entirely to see that desire begin to take shape right in front…

There have been seasons in my life where my relationship with God has felt full, steady, and deeply alive. His Word felt rich, prayer felt natural, and His presence seemed close and constant. I remember what it felt like to sit with Him without distraction, where time seemed to slow and my heart felt anchored…

Recently, I was given an exciting opportunity that I did not expect. I have been invited to collaborate with several different authors to write a book together. When I first heard about the project, I felt both honored and surprised. Writing has always been something deeply personal for me, often something I do quietly on…

At the beginning of this month, I had the extraordinary opportunity to attend the Christian Product Expo. From the moment I walked into the convention center, I sensed it was more than a professional milestone. It felt sacred. The hum of conversation, the thoughtfully arranged booths, and the steady stream of publishers, retailers, and authors…

At the beginning of this year, I was determined to publish a new book—a devotional written for every single day of the year. Three hundred and sixty-five reflections, each one designed to gently draw readers closer to God in steady, practical ways. I envisioned something consistent and accessible. Not deeply personal. Not layered with my…

There is a deep and steady passion in my heart to teach and mentor others through Bible studies, but that passion goes far beyond sharing knowledge or explaining Scripture. At its core, it flows from a desire to help people cultivate an intentional, living relationship with God. Teaching the Word matters deeply to me, but…

Last week in my women’s Bible study group, our group leader challenged us to pick a picture that represented how we were currently felt. As I browsed through the pictures, there was one that struck something deep within me – a tiny pygmy mouse standing at the feet of towering elephants.  The mouse looked so…

This past weekend, I sat quietly, earbuds in, listening to Francis Chan speak about the “Quiet Life.” His words fell into my heart like gentle rain on parched ground. The more I listened, the more I realized he was describing the life I long for – a life that is steady, unhurried, simple, and anchored…