If I set myself up to believe that “next year will be better”, I’m setting myself up to be disappointed. If I set myself up to remember my unchanging victory in Christ, I’ll never be let down.
Category Archives: church
Patiently Preparing – Suggestions for a Simple Advent
Here are some of our family’s favorite ways to lean into the Advent season rather than getting caught up in the world’s rush to Christmas Day.
Making Time for Faith in the Midst of Chaos
Sundays are just plain rough in this phase of life. I’m not able to sit in church, soaking in Scripture, focusing on the day’s teaching, and reveling at being part of the body of Christ.
But maybe this phase of life can serve as a reminder that being in the Word isn’t just a Sunday morning activity. Maybe, just maybe, it can be an encouragement for dwelling in the Word during the entire week.
Reclaimed Baptism Bonnet
A reclaimed Baptism bonnet has been in the back corner of my mind for several months now (along with a lot of other project ideas!). I was happy to have an excuse to sew one up for the annual Lutheran School Association Auction Fundraiser in Cole Camp, MO.
Toddlers, Church, and Rodeos
I’m on my fifth rodeo involving parenting a toddler in church. Rodeo, I say, because containing a toddler in the pew and riding a bucking bronco are pretty much the same thing sometimes.
Reclaimed for Good 