Bound in Love

“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). Matthew 1:23 Advent symbols float through our minds and lives this time of year.  Lights, stars, angels, evergreens, pink and purple candles, camels and wise men and mangers waiting for an infant.  Advent is Continue reading

“Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke them. Then he gave them to the disciples to distribute to the people. They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.”   Luke 9:16-17 I Continue reading

” Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15 Unfortunately my post yesterday offended some working moms.  I certainly had no intention of hurting anyone, and I am so sorry if my words hurt.   This blog is a place Continue reading

“Teach me good discernment and knowledge, For I believe in Your commandments.” Psalm 119:66 For the last three weeks I thought God was calling me to go back to work full time.  Full time, full time, as in nights and weekends too.  I was interviewing for a church job that involves bringing people into the Continue reading

“But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40-31 It’s been a long 2 weeks in our household.  Three sick and one with a broken ankle, and one of the Continue reading

SHELTER. 1 a : something that covers or affords protection <a bombshelter> b : an establishment providing food and shelter (as to the homeless) c : an establishment that houses and feeds stray animals. Merriam-Webster “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High     will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.  I will say Continue reading

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 It’s been a long weekend already.  Things that I had planned so perfectly went completely awry.  I am having a hard time feeling thankful Continue reading

“For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” Revelation 7:17 Last year I was restless.  For the entire year.  I kept thinking it was because I wasn’t working, or because Continue reading

“When Samuel went to sleep in his place the Lord came and stood there, calling out as before:Samuel, Samuel! Samuel answered, “Speak, for your servant is listening.” 1 Samuel 3:9-10 “For what we proclaim is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, with ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.” 2 Corinthians 4:5 God does Continue reading

“I don’t have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness – it’s right in front of me if I’m paying attention and practicing gratitude.” ~ Brené Brown  So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak. 25 When the man saw that he could not overpower him, he touched the socket of Continue reading