“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain.” Hebrews 6:19 It sounded like so much fun – a family kayaking adventure in Kauai. The brochure described paddling the calm, idyllic waters of the Hanalei River with occasional sea turtle sightings as we meander our way to a… Read More
Depression, Lent and the Empty Tomb
He has sent me to repair broken hearts, And to declare to those who are held captive and bound in prison, “Be free from your imprisonment!” ~ Isaiah 61:1 The Voice Driving down the interstate one December morning, I could barely see the car in front of mine. My chest heaved uncontrollably as tears streamed down my face. It… Read More
A Heart of Thanksgiving
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” ~1 Thessalonians 5:18 I stared at my phone in disbelief. “Someone must have hacked Tracee’s Facebook page,” I thought. Surely, it’s a horrible joke. Her husband cannot be dead! Dane was the same age as my husband, Darren. He was my son’s church… Read More