What if the most powerful thing you can do in a hard season isn’t to fix everything—but to remember who you are? When life feels uncertain, identity becomes your anchor. Beneath the noise, the roles, and the pressure to hold it all together is your divine identity: a sacred strength God placed within you—steady, resilient, and still present even when you feel undone. Rediscovering that truth may be messy, and it may cost you comfort, but it will also restore your footing. Whe

This Easter, I hold each of you close in my heart and pray that hope rises gently within you—quiet but strong—until every sorrow is softened by joy. Jesus’ journey from the cross to the resurrection reminds us that even the most painful endings can open into new beginnings. With God, nothing in your life is wasted; every season is shaping you with purpose and love.

The words “Be still and know that I am God” carry a quiet power. At the heart of this message is an invitation to embrace stillness as the primary means of deep, intimate connection with God, especially amid life’s distractions and demands. These words prompt you to pause, breathe, and enter a sacred space, reminding you to slow down, find peace, and be renewed by God’s presence.

Amid a painful divorce, I found myself grappling with fear and despair as a single mom. My family's financial security was shattered, leaving me overwhelmed and questioning my worth. One night, in a vulnerable moment of sorrow, I felt the Jesus reassure me, "I will restore all that has been lost and broken."

​I recently did a topical study of the times when God delayed women from conceiving children.  I found it thought-provoking and enlightening with far-reaching applications for all times of transition.  I will include two of the stories. Sarah and Hannah.

True belonging means knowing that our core identity is being deeply loved and chosen by God. This unwavering truth, not circumstances, is the foundation of my story: I truly belong because of Him.    This week marks one year since my dad went home to be with Jesus. Reflecting on this year of profound transition, I see how much it stretched and transformed me. Letting go of my roles as daughter and caregiver began a deeper journey. I started to rediscover who God created

If there ever was evidence that God is found by those who are unchurched, this is it! Friends, I was an opinionated, vocal, religiously opposed, independent, and liberal-minded person. However, God met me where I was and guided me to where I am today.

The Lord has shown us that He loves celebrations and has even planned them for us to commemorate as well as act as dress rehearsals until the events are fulfilled.  He teaches His people about the Feasts of the Lord in Deuteronomy 16:1-15.  The first four were fulfilled with Jesus’ first coming, which are Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, and Pentecost.  The last three will be fulfilled at Jesus’ second coming. They are the Feast of Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Fea

Within you is a quiet longing—a yearning to discover your true self beyond the world’s noise. Embracing your God-given identity allows your soul to feel seen, heard, and understood. This journey awakens you to the truth: you are a treasured Daughter of the King. Books can guide and encourage you as you grow and embrace your authentic self. I would love to share a few books that can enable you to strengthen your identity with elegance and certainty.

Going on an "Alaskan Cruise" had for years been tucked away in the recesses of my mind. I had all but forgotten about the hope of "one day." But God knew and was waiting for just the right moment—His Perfect Timing—to present His Gift.

Jesus endured pain for us, and his resurrection offers hope and new life in suffering. As I mourn, I know Jesus holds me. My hope remains in Him. To others grieving: you are not alone. Trust God to redeem and grieve with hope—Jesus’ love and presence remain with you. Gretchen’s story echoes many others. In my own journey with miscarriage, I found comfort in the Naming Ceremony I shared with my husband. Perhaps it will help you, too, as you walk through your own loss.

One afternoon, earlier this year, I received a text from my youngest daughter. She shared that she had decided to pursue a relationship with the Lord. A relationship that was hers, based on her decision alone and not because of anything I have said or because of my relationship with the Lord.

It's the week of Passover and Jesus is reclining at the table with friends for a meal.  We can only imagine the weight He must have been carrying. In a few days He was to face an excruciatingly painful death through crucifixion.  He must have felt quite alone since his most intimate friends couldn’t grasp or accept what He was about to do. Then in walks this woman who pours out this extravagant oil to anoint Him.

Every year, around this time, I clean my oil lamps, fill them with fresh oil (pure, clean oil), and trim the wicks. I usually don’t think much about the significance of the timing until I get surprised and I’m in the middle of my process. Jesus just surprises me. It happens every year.

An empty sanctuary filled with sunlight color from stained glass windows. A wind-swept outlook amid the Painted Desert. A dark museum space holding a single glasswork statue of Jesus's crucifixion. My childhood bedroom. My favorite recliner nestled in the corner of my home office. A single candle illuminating a darkened room. What might each of these have in common? Each of these, at different times in my life, has been a sacred space for me.

"Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send Him to you. And when He comes, He will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment… When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all the truth, for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak…" John 16:7-8,13 (ESV) Jesus spoke these words to His disciples as

After I had inner healings from sessions and experienced freedom, I began to identify recurring negative feelings. I knew I needed deliverance so that I would seek God on my own. One time, I realized I would get very angry if I got a haircut that was not to my liking, and especially if it was shorter than I had wanted. On my own without any prayer partners, I asked the Lord to take me back to the source and origin of that anger. He reminded me of a time when I was in middle s

He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed.  They were glad when it grew calm, and he guided them to their desired haven. Let them give thanks to the Lord for His unfailing love and His wonderful deeds for mankind.Psalm 107: 29-31 (NIV) ​​

One day, I was musing about the Word and thought that a good way to sum up the Bible is that it is a book about relationships. God wants us to understand how to relate to Him, how He relates to us, and to cultivate positive relationships with others. The Word is full of good and bad examples of these. When we experience difficult relationships, we can benefit from soul healing. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free." John 8:32 (KJV) ​ Our Relationshi

I am writing this because something has begun to stir in my heart again—something I had quietly set aside for a long time. It feels like hope. Not the naïve kind, and not the kind that ignores pain, but a cautious, hard-won hope that there might be a better way for men and women to partner together in the Church and in God’s Kingdom.