You read the conference description. You felt the nudge to register. God opened the door and suddenly a ticket was purchased, a hotel reserved, flights scheduled. And now it’s a week away and you’re wondering why in the world you thought you were brave enough to do this. Maybe you don’t know anyone else who […]
On Guest Posts & Submitting
The longer I write in the online space, the more insecure I become. It’s seems counterintuitive to me – you would think I would have gained experience, practice, success, courage but instead the only thing I seemed to have gained is added pressure and fear of rejection. When I write in my own space it’s […]
the gate that holds the weight of my everyday
We’re in our other home, but it’s unfamiliar. Besides another country, the pace of a giant city is something to get used to. Kids have one pace, they’re feel free to move as they like. I’m edgy and frustrated by them and my failure to speak patiently, my unwillingness to be inconvenienced. I snap […]
Productivity + Coffee = Coffitivity
When I was in college, all of my friends would head to the library to study for midterms and finals. They would tuck themselves away in quiet little nooks, surrounded by books and silence and study until their brains could hold no more. I, on the other hand, did my best work to the soothing […]
Enjoy the drive
Several years ago, I was on my way to direct a wedding for some friends. I had all my gear in hand: extra bobby pins, safety pins, tape, gum and anything you might think a bride could suddenly need on her big day. I even left my house early, because truth be told if I’m […]
Mobility is a Must
Children are constant examples of change. Stagnation is not an option. When they’re young, every day feels new and different. They remind us that we don’t arrive, that change is at the core of life. Growth is what we’re seeking; mobility is a must. It’s an odd thing to be a parent, to paradoxically want […]
When Will I Have a Breakthrough?
Have you ever cried out to God for a breakthrough in an area of your life? Maybe you want to see God heal a relationship, or move you on to the next season of your life. If you are in this place, I have encouragement for you. There isn’t a 3-step plan to get you […]
5 things about your Pastor
October is considered “Pastor Appreciation Month,” but pastors are certainly appreciated year-round. I thought I’d let you in on a few secrets about pastors since I’m married to one and have many friends who are pastors. I have laughed and cried with many of their wives, so I anticipate that some of our experiences may help […]
In a Little While
Since I’ve never personally met my pastor, Todd Wagner, I didn’t expect him to call me out in the middle of the service. It was pretty awkward. He walked up on stage, pointed at me and said, “This is for you, Emily.” He went on to list my home address and shine a spotlight on my chair. […]
Why are we so afraid of the word “writer”?
Why is everyone so afraid to call themselves a writer? It’s a simple definition, if you write you are a writer. But there is this fear, this trepidation over those six letters. It’s as if calling yourself a writer ventures into holiness. There is a reverence and awe amongst our blogging community for the word […]
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