A Table for Two

My beloved spoke and said to me, ‘Arise, my darling, my beautiful one, come with me.’ Song of Solomon 2:10   I learned and experienced something beautiful recently and I wanted to share it with you. I’m praying it encourages … Read More

Mom to Mom with Mari Jo: Summer of Staying Week Five

Hello My Friend, It’s hard to believe we’re already beginning week five of our study! I’m curious as to what God is showing you—what you’re learning! How’s your summer going? I hope you’re in full swing, enjoying the warm summer … Read More

I’m Hungry

“He humbled you, causing you to hunger and then feeding you manna, which neither you nor your ancestors had known, to teach you that man does not live by bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the … Read More

The Wise Woman Stays Connected

“I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean because … Read More

Weeding and Watering Your Garden

“How much better is your love than wine, and the fragrance of your oils than any spice!” Song of Solomon 4:10 Weeding and Watering Your Garden “Marriages either move toward connection, communication, and intimacy or they move away from those things—they don’t ‘stand … Read More

Cultivating a Garden of Faith

“Thus by their fruit, you will recognize them.” Matthew 7:20 Cultivating a Garden of Faith I love the simple joys of summer! It signals the end of the school year, a lighter schedule, and possibly a vacation or two. It is … Read More

God Will Bring You Through the Storm

“And the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they … Read More

Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus

“And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” Hebrews 12:1-2 For many years I have been in the habit of keeping a journal.  I love to write out … Read More

What Is the Most Important Thing?

“Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment.’” Matthew 22:37-38 What Is the Most Important Thing? Should I sign the kids up … Read More