An ordinary trip to the car wash turned into an unexpected reminder: faithfulness isn’t about what we have—it’s about how we care for it.

As 2025 wraps up, I’m reflecting on family, running, summer memories, and the lessons this year has taught me. My focus for 2026? Being faithful in the small things.

As we decorated for Christmas, my family reminded me of my very particular nativity tradition—keeping the wise men far from the manger. Here’s the biblical reason why.

Last week, my girls and I went out to eat. When we go out, I usually bring a game or a notebook to keep us entertained while we wait for...

Disjointed has become my new normal. Between school, work, appointments, and waiting in parking lots, life feels chaotic. But I’m learning, like Paul, that contentment can be found in every circumstance.

A summer visit with my daughters’ 94-year-old great great uncle: we do not know the day or the hour, but we know the One who holds our days. His steady presence and quiet faith point to the hope found in Jesus, who promises eternal life to all who believe.

Delayed flights, a broken AC, and an unexpected week full of minor chaos. But also, moments of peace, purpose, and unexpected gratitude.

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.

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).

Everything You Do, Do It for God’s Glory! Yes, God includes FUN in the "whatever we do"—so let's have some fun and give Him glory!

Our pastor is going through a series on the book of Revelation. I have read Revelation before, but I have to tell you—it’s not my...

Walking through the stores this time of year, the aisles are filled with red and pink hearts, candies, and stuffed animals.

God has been speaking loud enough for me to hear—or maybe I’m paying more attention. He’s been speaking truths that are both challenging...

Faith isn’t always loud—sometimes it’s about quietly standing firm and trusting God’s promises in every season.

We all have those times when life feels heavy—when work, family, and personal commitments stack up, and stress slowly weaves its way into...

This race season, I had originally planned to run a full marathon in June. But constant muscle strains forced me to adjust my goals....

In marathon running, "hitting the wall" is when your body suddenly runs out of energy, leaving you fatigued and struggling to keep...

With the start of the school year, I've had to get creative about fitting in my runs. I love the cool stillness of the morning and...

Back-to-school shopping was a multi-step process this year. Earlier this summer, I had a free day with my 7-year-old, and we tackled her...

In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly. - Psalm 5:3 In my house,...