I thought I'd introduce you to a few of my pastor wife friends today. It's easy to classify us because we all have one-dimensional personalities and are exactly the same all week long as we are for the two hours you see us on Sundays. Teaching Teri ... I'm most familiar with her. She tends to be outspoken and often has to apologize to her pastor-husband for possibly embarrassing him or saying more than she should have. Teaching Teri can be intimidating because she always seems to know the ... [Read More]
One Amazing Summer: On Building Walls and Making a Difference
Nehemiah is one of my favorite books of the Bible. I love Nehemiah's willingness to be obedient to God and his heart for seeing God's people reconnected with Him. Why was rebuilding the wall so important? What difference did it make? The wall represented protection and stability. At the time of Nehemiah, Israel and Judah had long since collapsed and the Hebrews had been exiled into Persia. Many of the exiles had returned to Jerusalem but they had not rebuilt the wall surrounding the ... [Read More]
One Amazing Summer: #B90Days Readings Week 7
We're over halfway through our Bible in 90 Days readings! If you are caught up, you have read 18 of the 66 books of the Bible. Great job! If you are not caught up, don't give up. There are still almost two months until Labor Day ... You can do this!! ... [Read More]
What Do the Names of God Mean?
One of my favorite parts of Scripture is studying the names of God. In fact, during the Bible in 90 Days readings, I have been taking special note of when someone gives God a name or when He reveals a new name for Himself. This month at Do Not Depart, we are studying the names of God and how those names impact our theology. Kathy Howard, a dear friend and excellent Bible teacher, is leading our exploration as each of the writers share our own favorite names of God and what those names mean in ... [Read More]
Patriotic Pinspiration
Okay, so if you are like me and tend toward last-minute preparation for holidays, I've got two easy ideas for your Fourth of July festivities. Of course, I found both on Pinterest (have we connected there yet?) ... and I have a whole board dedicated to Summer Stuff with lots of other ideas for the Fourth (which can also be used for Labor Day). So, ready for my two easy, peasy patriotic treats? First up ... Strawberries a la Fourth Too cute, huh? My daughter who is twelve ... [Read More]
Moments to Treasure
Life is precious. But sometimes we lose sight of how fragile life truly is. This past weekend, my cousin, who would have been 45 this November, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep. This week, while others are celebrating with fireworks and cook-outs, my aunt will be planning the funeral of her firstborn child. While others are boating on a lake somewhere, my cousin's daughter will be facing the reality of life without her mother in it. While many are gathering with family for holiday ... [Read More]
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