A Study of Psalms

A Study of Psalms Moving to a new area last fall means that this is our first summer here. We have new neighbors and new opportunities. Our yard is a little small so we aren’t able to really have space for a pool or swing set. Thankfully, we have a pool just five minutes from our house! We are excited to join. My kids are looking forward to hopefully making new friends but I’m looking forward to meeting some of…

When You Are Struggling to Find Joy

When You Are Struggling to Find Joy The other day I was walking on the treadmill in my garage. The winter weather was making me chilly, but I decided I would push myself a little harder. As every five minutes went by I pushed higher on the incline and higher on the speed. Over a period of thirty minutes, I was walking very briskly at a very steep outline.  The problem? I wasn’t going anywhere. I was stuck in my…

The 5 Passages to Read On Christmas Day

The 5 Passages to Read On Christmas Day One of my favorite traditions growing up was my parents reading the Christmas story to us before opening presents. Before going downstairs and seeing what we had gotten, my dad would always open Luke chapter 2. We would listen as he read starting with the angels visiting the shepherds. Christmas was more than just the gifts under the tree, it is about the greatest gift – Jesus Christ, Savior and Light of…

The 3 Best Christmas Reading Plans 

The 3 Best Christmas Reading Plans  ’Tis the season for hot chocolate, warm coffee, and cozy nights by the fire. One of the things I love about our new house is the fireplace! We love to spend our winter evenings by the fireplace and play board games, watch T.V. or simply read. Our family is so grateful for how the Lord has led us this year. This year has been hard. We began January 2022 with hopes, dreams, and excitement….