When our cat disappeared during a stretch of stormy weather, I found myself praying a prayer that felt small—but honest. What happened next reminded me that God cares about the details, even the ones with fur and whiskers.

Today I had what I thought was a brilliant parenting idea: music time instead of screen time. It was met with groans, arguing, and the classic “This is dumb.” But eventually… they had fun.

No kids, no responsibilities—just gifts. From a quiet balcony overlooking tall ships to a surprise seat at a USA Dive Team practice, this Duluth getaway slowed me down enough to notice the beauty I usually rush past. Week 2 of my journey to 1,000 gifts reminds me: the blessings are there when I take time to see them.

I came over the top a hill. A car had passed me, and as I started downhill, a truck approached and stopped. At first, I was nervous. But then I realized...

You know the feeling when something is in your eye. It’s scratchy. Your eye waters. You blink and rub and just want whatever it is out ....

In Exodus, God gave the Israelites manna—just enough for each day. The same is true for us. We’re not meant to live on yesterday’s faith.

What started with yelling, pinched fingers, and a bike nearly flying off the back of our vehicle turned into a week of progress—and a lesson in faith. Just like spiritual routines, getting back into the groove can feel clunky at first. But God never expects perfection—He just invites us to return.

It can shift my mood, lift my spirits, and even help me hear from God. Whether I’m driving, working, running or running late (which happens every once and awhile), or praying for a friend, there’s usually a song playing in the background. It’s amazing how often God uses music to get my attention.

During Lent, I started reading the Bible at bedtime with my daughters—and we’ve kept it going. One recent night, a question from my teen stopped me: “Why doesn’t God speak like He used to?” It led to a conversation about how God is speaking… we just need to pray specifically, pay attention, and recognize His answers when they come.

Summer is just around the corner—and I don’t know about you, but I’m so ready for a slower pace. But the kind of rest I’ve been journaling about lately goes deeper than beach chairs and poolside days. It’s the kind of rest Jesus promises in Matthew 11:28–30: a rest found in walking with Him, learning from Him, and laying down the urge to go it alone.

What is your “one”? What’s the thing God’s called you to do?

Cancer sucks. Lately, I’ve been wrestling with how to support people I love through heartbreaking diagnoses and suffering. As an introvert, I’m learning to show up quietly but faithfully—through prayer, small gestures, and walking alongside them in spirit. It’s not loud. It’s not flashy. It’s faith.

I’ve never put much thought into my second toe or its importance. "Lesser part" feels like an accurate description. But over the past six months, as I’ve returned to running after a plantar plate tear, this little part of my body has proven its value. The same is true in the Church.

Missed nursing school, showed up to a meeting a day early, snapped at my kids—yet God keeps flipping my failures into new doors of grace. Like David, each stumble can become worship when we hand it to Him. He redirects our paths and shapes us into Christ’s image (Rom 8:28‑30).

Ever tried a Christian Seder meal? This year, I wanted to help my kids experience the story of Easter in a deeper, more hands-on way. So we stepped into something new: a Messianic Seder.

This year, we tried a Christian Seder meal to help our kids connect with Jesus’ journey to the cross. Step-by-step, with Scripture and simple family-friendly traditions, here’s how you can host your own meaningful Seder at home.

Slow down and walk the week—from palm branches to the empty tomb, experiencing Holy Week beside Jesus, with joy, service, and hope woven int

Praying but not seeing results? It’s easy to give up, but God calls us to wait, trust, and persist.

Moses led Israel out of slavery; Jesus leads us out of sin. This Easter, see how God’s plan of redemption connects them both.

Sometimes, life calls for a pivot—even when we’d rather charge straight ahead.