My daughter was nervous before her first volleyball game, so I gave her a verse. The next day, she discovered that same verse on a teammate’s prayer card. Coincidence? I don’t think so.

My friend Emmy runs every day, no matter the Minnesota weather. When deer flies became a problem, a local farmer had an unusual solution: a bucket on her head. What happened next got me thinking about the work God puts in front of us.

Some days seem determined to go wrong from the moment you get out of bed. This was one of those days, and it gave me plenty of opportunities to practice peace.

A busy, chaotic summer full of good things, and a reminder to trust God with the next step instead of worrying about the whole path.

A summer full of dental appointments led me to think about Solomon, wisdom, and what it means to actually live out what we learn from God's Word.

It looked clean… until the light hit it. What my floors reminded me about the things in my life I’ve been letting blend in.

A childhood bus ride turned into a lasting lesson on kindness, presence, and what it means to truly see people.

My niece gave everything she had on the dance floor until her legs gave out. It reminded me that we weren't meant to carry the hard seasons.

A week of Twins Fantasy Camp, family memories, and unexpected joy reminded me how easy it is to spot God’s gifts on vacation—and how important it is to notice them in everyday life too.

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.

The first snowfall looked fresh and clean, but it reminded me how often we cover things up in our own lives. Only Jesus can cleanse what’s beneath and make us truly new.

Life isn’t slowing down anytime soon — but that doesn’t mean your prayer life has to suffer. Here are 5 simple ways to build a prayer journal that keeps you grounded and connected to God in every season.

What started as a grumpy Walmart trip—with a squeaky cart and a long to-do list—turned into a reminder to find joy in everyday moments. Sometimes God uses unexpected people (and a man in a cape) to shift our perspective.

When we rush ahead of God—driven by fear, impatience, or the illusion of control—we often end up exhausted and anxious. But when we slow down and wait for His direction, peace follows. This week’s Make Monday Matter reminds us of the danger of moving without God and the freedom found in trusting His timing.

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.

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

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

Marriage isn’t just a partnership—it’s a connection that needs tending. Here’s how to bring back the spark!