“For a brief moment I deserted you, but with great compassion I will gather you. In overflowing anger for a…
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life;…
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” —Matthew 11:28-30 I once packed a…
“I have not departed from the commandment of his lips; I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my portion of…
A voice says, “Cry!”And I said, “What shall I cry?”All flesh is grass,and all its beauty is like the flower of the field.The grass withers,…
I’m writing this more for myself—a needed reminder that not every day will be a glorious triumph in parenting. Not…
I’ve never considered the year I walked my dad through cancer an act of hospitality. It was many things, yes—but…
In the middle of espresso prep this morning my eldest wandered downstairs. His voice was hushed against the backdrop of…
As I write, the air is cool and my maple in the front yard glows a fire orange. It’s Fall.…
