It's Ash Wednesday, the start of our Lenten journey. Time to focus on changing our hearts and minds. Time to grow in a deeper relationship with our Lord. Time to prepare to better understand what his Passion and Resurrection really mean for us. No more putting off to tomorrow, what needs to be done today. He's … Continue reading Choose the Better Part This Lent →

Luke 10: 38-42As they continued their journey, he entered a village where a woman whose name was Martha welcomed him. She had a sister named Mary, who sat beside the Lord at his feet listening to him speak. Martha, burdened with much serving, came to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my … Continue reading REDISCOVER THE MARY WITHIN YOU →

For the first time in a really long time I find myself excited about what this season of Lent could be. I'm excited to continue the process I’m on to slow down and simplify. May this be a time where the Lord and I create an intentional and intimate relationship. Do you want to join … Continue reading Come Follow Me… →

Sometimes you think you know. You think you have something down and you're doing a good job. Then you hear it. Or you read it. And it's just a small pebble, but the ripples that flow out start to shake up what you thought you knew. That tiny "it" changes the whole way you do … Continue reading A Pebble, a Prayer, and a Petition →

Dear Sweet Jesus,You are so generous with me. Over and over again, you demonstrate that your love is unconditional and real. As I look back on just the last 24 hours, I can see your hand gently coming closer and placing different gifts before me. There was the moment I awoke this morning from a deep … Continue reading My Dad Gives the Best Gifts →

Ever feel like you’re living in a bubble? You can see outside to everyone else moving, living, and accomplishing, and yet when you try to reach out, the bubble stops you. Sometimes it feels like it’s made of the hardest glass that will not break. Yet in other parts, it stretches a bit like a … Continue reading Pop the Bubble →

There has been a growing desire in my heart for true intimacy with my Lord. Not the boring "going through the motions" of a Christian walk, but that oh, so contagious, joyful, giddy, "I'm in love with this guy" attitude that fills my heart and bubbles out into everything.Recently, I was around someone who is … Continue reading Falling in Love with Jesus →

Biblical prophets speak out. They speak out boldly. And, nine times out of ten, they don't live very long. Maybe that is why we shy away from being a prophet now a days. Looking at the lives of those who have stood up for truth throughout history can kind of make you pause before standing … Continue reading Are We Prophets? →

Today's Reflection:I first read this story in Luke a few days ago. And then today, as I pondered what I would blog about, I opened the readings and this same story, now from Mark, was the Gospel passage. So, I guess the Lord has chosen what he wants to teach me. Bring it on!Have you … Continue reading If You Wish →

You're standing outside and it's a beautiful day. You can feel the sun warming your skin and a gentle breeze strokes your face like a caress. You take a deep breath and peace fills your soul. Can you close your eyes and picture this moment personally? How does this feel? What are you thinking as … Continue reading Breathe in Grace →