We are smack dab in “the most wonderful time of year”—the holiday trio of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. There are parties to attend, gifts to exchange, and meals to be shared with family and friends, near and far. But, for many single adults, the holiday season comes with a mixed bag of emotions—genuine happiness…
I was frustrated with myself for running late to church…again. I walked quickly with my friend Joanna into the auditorium, my mind racing with to-dos for the day and the week ahead. The worship band had already started playing and the congregation was on their feet. “That guitar sounds incredible, what kind is it?” I…
In 1999’s Mansfield Park, Fanny Price laments on screen, “I have no talent for certainty.” I could never relate. I do have a talent for certainty. I’ve always carried the philosophy that one should make decisions in seconds and then act. If it doesn’t work out, just wait. It will eventually. At least, until recently,…
Each January, the President of the United States addresses the citizens of our country to report on the political, economic, and social issues facing our nation. He will also pitch his identified solutions, and lay out an agenda to lead the country in a more positive, healthy, and unified direction. In addition to being a…
In my mid-20s, I attended several retreats and conferences hosted by Eric and Leslie Ludy, authors of the book When God Writes Your Love Story. At one of the events, Eric shared a story about his older sister, Krissy, that made quite an impression on me at the time (and still continues to do so…
