In 2000, I had graduated and completed four years at a wonderfully small Christian college (Gardner-Webb University), full of cherished friends, late-night talks, movie nights with lots of M&M’s . . . and, oh, a wonderful education too. But they didn’t let me stay once I finished my degree, so I was cruelly catapulted into the real world of student loans, work, and living in the dark corner of my parent’s unfinished basement. For me, this was a recipe...
“Do nothing from conceit, but inlook not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, the form of God, did not count equality with God emptied himself, by taking the form of a being born in the likeness of men.” Philippians 2:3-6 We have been talking about this passage in our community group, and it has been on my heart for the past few weeks. Isn’t it funny how unaware...
Creating fun printables for you is one of my favorite things to do. I was thinking of my daughters and their classes at co-op when I drew these. I wanted something fun that would work for boys and girls. You can print this file on 8.5 x 11 paper. I used plain cardstock. To cut in fours, make cuts at the 4.25 and 5.5 inch marks. They will fit in A2 envelopes. You can download the file HERE. My...
I love observing people and popular trends, and Instagram is one of my favorite places to do that. I’m not super trendy myself and if I do hop on a trend it’s probably an awkward hop on the back of the train as it leaves the station. It took me forever to buy skinny jeans. I like trends, but just have never felt cool enough to join in immediately. So in the mean time, I will observe from the...
“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:11-13We are reading through Philippians with our community group and I’ve been meditating on this “I can do all things” verse for the...
