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Finding Faith Amidst the Waves
It was a blustery day as I gingerly walked down the pier to enter the boat that was to carry us across the bay. The wind tousled my hair, and I could hear the waves crashing against the wooden supports, creating a somewhat eerie soundtrack to my adventure. My husband had to preach at a Continue reading
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The Pathway to Peace
Did you ever have to wait for something? The anticipation of the answer drives us crazy, doesn’t it? Right now, I am waiting for the answers to my ultrasound, and the uncertainty is almost unbearable. Usually, the results are posted to my chart within a few days, but it has been a whole week, and Continue reading
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Finding Purpose in the Waiting Season
Pressing the send button on my email, I felt a wave of sorrow overwhelm me. Music, after all, has been my whole life. I remember my first piano lesson at the age of eight and how much I enjoyed playing each key, which, pressed together in the right way, would make beautiful music. I loved Continue reading
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Tackling Worry: Lessons from the Beach
It was a spur of the moment decision that filled me with both excitement and exhilaration. As my husband came out of his office, he casually mentioned that he is taking off the next week from work, which was a delightful surprise. Knowing that my husband would not truly relax if we stayed home, I Continue reading
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Battling the Mind: How To Reclaim Your Peace
There I was, minding my own business and enjoying the warm afternoon sun, tidying up my outdoor table and chairs; when all of a sudden, I get dive-bombed by a huge bee. This unexpected intruder zoomed through the air with a frantic energy, buzzing loudly as it approached, seemingly intent on causing me much anxiety. Continue reading
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Finding Joy in Life’s Brokenness
As I strolled down the driveway toward the back of the house, I was greeted by the unmistakable symphony of my mom’s disgruntled grumblings. There she stood, bravely battling the outdoor spigot, her shirt now sporting a fashionable wet mark and an expression that could cause the grumpiest of people to turn a frown upside Continue reading
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Overcoming Worry: Lessons From my Birdhouse
As I hung my painted gourd turned birdhouse out on the limb of my apple tree, I wasn’t really expecting much. I just thought it looked pretty and I wanted to display it in my yard, adding a touch of color to the lush greenery surrounding my home. The vibrant hues of red and green Continue reading
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Why Won’t You Remove This Thorn, Lord?
Have you ever gone through a trial that seemed to last forever? No matter how often you pray for relief, none can be obtained. It feels like you’re caught in a never-ending cycle of struggle, where each day brings its own challenges and weight to bear. You might find yourself questioning why these hardships have Continue reading
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How to Delight Yourself in the Lord
When I was a young mother, my husband, me and our six month old son moved 8 hours away from home to Roanoke, Va to become youth pastors. I had never been very far from home, so this was a new experience for me. As I looked around, breathtaking mountain ranges surrounded me. I was Continue reading
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The Power of God’s Word: Lessons from a Winter Wonderland
We have had a lot of snow falling in Western Pennsylvania this year. I feel like every day there is some sort of white precipitation coming from the sky, creating a picturesque winter landscape that transforms our surroundings into a serene wonderland. The snowflakes dance gracefully as they descend, covering everything open to its arrival, Continue reading
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