• Why Slowing Down Before Easter Matters

    Lent

    The weeks leading up to Easter often pass quickly. Life is full, schedules are crowded, and before we know it, Easter Sunday arrives. Scripture invites us to a different pace. Preparing our hearts before Easter isn’t about observing a religious season—it’s about responding thoughtfully to the Gospel. The Bible repeatedly calls God’s people to pause, reflect, and turn their hearts toward Him. Even more than that, we as a society are so consumed with hurry, busy, and rushing that we…

  • Still Showing Up Counts: Letting Go of Perfectionism in the New Year

    Faith, Lent

    It’s about this time of year I start to feel heavy. Not weight-wise, but spiritually and emotionally speaking. The excitement of the season and the feelings of motivation from the new year are slowly fading. We’ve been back to school, routine, and getting up early. Currently my season includes basketball almost every evening for our second child. Let’s explore this idea together of letting go of perfectionism in the new year!  All-Or-Nothing This makes for long days, short nights, and…