SurvivingSorrow
There are lots of reasons a person might not feel “merry” during the holiday season. One in particular hangs over my heart: grief. As you hustle and bustle through the next week, consider that someone around you might be in a deep pit of grief, unable to climb out on her own. Grieving through Christmas … Read more
Every year as the holidays roll around, grief gains intensity and frequency. If you’re grieving a loved one, you’ve already noticed this uptick in your sadness. After going through 17 years without our son, I’ve learned a few things about surviving sorrow through the holidays. This holiday season, I’ll share some survival steps and some … Read more
I know stupid is not a nice word. In fact, it is a “bad” word in our house. But sometimes, the shoe fits and there’s no other word that correctly characterizes my actions. Refusing to do what God asked you to do is stupid, plain and simple. After we lost Austin (in 2008 folks!), as … Read more
Get ready . . . get set . . . it happens on Monday ONLY! Moody Publishers is hosting the annual Book Lover’s Day Sale on moodypublishers.com this Monday 8/9. My prayer is that these books will greatly bless you (or someone you know) in your walk with God. His Last Words is a study of the final teaching … Read more