I often cross a long,well traveled bridge during the course of a normal work week. It stretches over a wide span of the St. Johns River, connecting two sides of my hometown with panoramic views of open sky and strong,…
For Those Who Wonder If Love Leaves A Mark
It was a blue sky day on an ordinary morning at the dentist’s office. Bright sunshine filtered through panoramic 6th floor windows, and in the distance, tall skyscrapers gleamed, catching the light over bustling city streets. I soaked it all in from a large vinyl chair, listening to the friendly voice of…
Does It Matter How We Start Our Day? + Confessions Of A (Somewhat) Transformed Night Owl
There’s a fascinating story in the Book of John that has captured my attention . But before I tell you about it, let me share a little secret. I’ve always admired people who make morning quiet time a priority. Especially those who rise before dawn and…
When The Light of Tomorrow Seems Far Away (And What We Can Do About It Today)
There’s something about simple faith that begs our attention, especially in vulnerable seasons, where the heart teeters between uncertainty and hope. We want to believe God is moving behind the scenes to work a hard situation for good, but current circumstances appear otherwise. You know the feeling?…
When God Doesn’t Show Up The Way You Want Him To – 3 Questions For Finding Hope
Dark unfamiliar roads stretched through the town of Durham, North Carolina on the morning of December 21st, 2015. In the predawn stillness, two of my siblings and I navigated a route toward Duke University Hospital over nearly empty streets. We spoke softly, not knowing…