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Faith-related posts featuring a devotional, reflection, Bible study, or prayer.
Early on Easter morning, Mary Magdalene goes to the garden carrying her grief with her. She does not rush. She does not move on. Rather, she lingers, weeping, staying close to the place where she last saw her Lord. Resurrection is already stirring, but Mary does not know that yet. What she knows is sorrow, … Read more
Liminal spaces are the in-between places of life. They sit between where you have been and where you are going, whether that shift is physical, emotional, or internal. The word comes from the Latin limen, meaning threshold. To be in a liminal space is to sense that change is coming while still waiting for clarity … Read more
Each year, I choose a word to help shape my focus and faith. Last year’s word was CULTIVATE, a reminder to be intentional about nurturing what matters most. This year, my heart keeps returning to the word LINGER. I don’t want to rush through the moments that deserve my attention. I want to pause in … Read more
My word for 2026 is LINGER, and I’ve been exploring many facets of the word. Different ways to slow down and savor. Nothing says “linger” quite like poetry. Although it makes up a small percentage of my reading time, it’s always time well spent. I’ve found the best poetry books to help you unwind and … Read more
Previously, I’ve shared a full Bible study featuring ten different women of the Bible. Some were well known; others were lesser known. I was fascinated by their stories and enjoyed learning about them. I thought I’d take that idea and create a devotional series featuring five other women of the Bible. Each one shows what … Read more
Kindness is defined as the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately, and in a variety of contexts. Division abounds: in our country, in our workplaces, in churches, within families. What kind of impact could we have if we carried a mantle of kindness? If we let … Read more
Jesus loved. Period. Jesus didn’t exclude or belittle. He cared about all the people on the margins: the poor, the vulnerable, immigrants, the oppressed, and everyone else. When we look closely at Jesus’ life, we see a whole lot of radical. Radical inclusiveness, love, compassion, and so much more. We can strive to be radical … Read more
A dear friend gifted me The Ministry of Ordinary Places by Shannan Martin, and it’s absolutely delightful. Reading it feels like you’re sitting down with Shannan with cocoa and talking about life. What is important? What have we learned? How can we do better? How can we laugh at ourselves? It’s full of wisdom, sweetness, … Read more
Fall has a way of slowing us down before the holiday rush. The days grow shorter, the air turns crisp, and we begin to reflect on the year that’s passing. Gratitude practices become a grounding rhythm, reminding us of God’s presence in our lives and helping us notice the everyday gifts we might otherwise miss. … Read more
Advent is a season of waiting, watching, and wonder. We often turn to familiar scriptures and traditions, but this year, I wanted to invite us to look in different places: along the edges, in overlooked moments, and in the spaces where God’s presence quietly shines. In this four-week Advent study, Light in the Margins, we’ll … Read more