I read somewhere that faith is more along the lines of a trampoline than a solid foundation. The Christian life is simply an invitation to jump. I like that, and I don’t like that. Trampolines scare me. I love the reckless abandon that will overcome you. Let’s face it–anyone who says ...
Read More »The Day Reading Died
This past week marked a sad day for this teacher. A day I have fought against with every ounce I have in me. A day I saw coming a long way off, but I fiercely fought anyway. This day finally came. The day I told my daughter to give up. ...
Read More »Is Your Prayer Your Problem?
Is it possible that we actually cripple ourselves with our own prayers? Now, just hear me out … I am a veteran teacher in the public school classroom. I took my position very seriously. I knew God had placed me in the battle to represent Him to our nation’s children. I ...
Read More »I Think We Hit the Wrong Note–Music in Church
My daughter recently sent me a text message while she was attending a church service with a friend. She was so simple and yet so profound. The text said ” Mom, I love the music here. We sang ‘Victory in Jesus’ just like with Poppy.” Now, let me give you ...
Read More »Lane Ends, Merge Right
Two roads diverged … and I chose the one that ended! Last week, I was driving to Nashville, Tennessee, and I was abruptly forced to change my route. Right in front of me stood a flashing sign that read: “Lane ends merge right.” Now, I was pretty certain of my path. ...
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