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Entering in. When I think of 'entering in', I think of boldness and gentleness intertwined. I think of compassion and risk merging to bring forth something really beautiful. I had the unbelievable honor and privilege to be a part of a...

On my son's third day of school, his teacher walked out with him, his head hanging low, telling me that he "didn't do very well today" and that after three chances, he was placed in timeout.

I have the tendency to wish I would grow in a certain area of my life, to not do anything tangible about it, and then to kick myself when growth didn’t magically happen. This year, I knew I had to be intentional about my spiritual growth. So I...

Hope is an interesting concept. One that I fear is too easily thrown around in Christian circles. Those of us who know Christ personally, well, we all have a hope...yes, absolutely. But from what I can tell - we do not have a hope that God will...

There are days when I realize after the fact that one of those sometimes illusive teachable moments has happened - and I had no idea.

After almost eighteen years of being a truster of God, I have found myself disappointed and, yes, even angry with my Creator. This has never been an emotion I have felt towards Him. In our pain, can we be honest with God? Absolutely. Life can be...

There are five factors that are in play in your marriage that will determine its success or failure. You have an obstacle, an ally, an outsider, an enemy and an advocate.

I have a husband, two young children, a house to take care of, a part-time position at my church, not to mention my writing and speaking ministry. Days with nothing going on just don't happen for me. So I know I have to plan spiritual retreats -...

A couple weeks ago, I was Matthew 18'd three times in under 5 days. If you're not familiar with Matthew 18, allow me to quote from verse 15, "If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens...

As much as I try, I can't seem to keep up with a consistent quiet time. Either I'm too busy or too bored. Any ideas?

Why should a busy mom plan a personal spiritual retreat? Last month author Elizabeth K. Corcoran wrote about identifying the need for a spiritual retreat and how to prepare. In Part II of this series, she shares how her own personal retreat went...

This year...ask God to reveal Himself to you...what does He want for you this Christmas? I can tell you for sure it's not migraines and going into debt and more impatience than usual. He wants to give you peace. Let Him.

A friend invited me to be a part of a pretty special occasion in the life of her family...the birth of her first son. In a strange way it made me long for heaven. I caught a glimpse of newness. New beginnings. A new family. New mercies.

The complementarian/egalitarian dance has been a hot button issue, and many voices and resources can be found on Crosswalk.com.

My children are watching. They are listening. And we are showing them each what to expect out of marriage.

Are you feeling pulled in different directions? Are you feeling tired these days? Are you feeling scattered? Invite God into your chaotic world.