Reframe This Thanksgiving

by | Nov 20, 2017 | Life Issues

  “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:8 (NLT) Be thankful in all things. Hmmm…What about the time that my alarm did not go off, I was late for my first day of work, I...

Go Ahead And Cry

by | Oct 16, 2017 | Life Issues

You’re not alone. You. There. In that lonely space, trying to keep the tears inside and a whimper behind your lips. Maybe you’re feeling anything but strong. Maybe your head is so heavy that simply holding it above your shoulders takes every ounce of...

Grabbing the Next Bar

by | Oct 2, 2017 | Life Issues

I’ve never been terribly fond of the circus. Sure, it was impressive to watch the elephants stand on one foot and see the tigers jump through the burning hoops, but there was just something about it I didn’t like. Perhaps it’s the whole three-ring idea. How could I be...

Grown-up Birthdays

by | Sep 18, 2017 | Life Issues

I just love this idea so I have to share it with you. A few years ago I let my husband, Rory, off the hook for my birthday. I have high expectations for my birthday and was always hoping that maybe he could magically read my mind when my birthday came around. As it...

Audacious Love Inspires Me to Rest

by | Sep 5, 2017 | Life Issues

This year’s Thrive Conference is a celebration of God’s audacious love: What it looks like, how it overcomes our greatest fears, and how it inspires us. We’re thrilled to announce that, in conjunction with the conference, we’ll be releasing a...

Seven Steps to Simplify Back To School

by | Aug 24, 2017 | Life Issues

“Direction, not intention, determines your destination.” -Andy Stanley “Back to school” season is here, and we all have visions and intentions of easing seamlessly into the fall season. To make those dreams a reality, however, you will need to pause, reflect, and then...