“What has your ear in your daily life? If it’s not God and His Word you will grow complacent.” This statement was made by our preacher during last week’s sermon, and it rings particularly true in my life. Looking back I can clearly see that every time I’ve grown complacent in my spiritual walk, it …
Tag: Holiness
Slow Obedience is No Obedience
Around two years ago I became a parent, and since that time I've learned more lessons than I can count. Much of what I've learned has been difficult to accept, mostly because as I attempt to raise a helpless little human, my own selfishness is brought to the surface. Ouch. Without question one of the …
Legalism or Holy Living?
Anyone who hangs around evangelical circles long enough will most likely hear the “dirty” word legalism. There are three ways in which this term is typically defined: Some people use it to indicate works-based righteousness (meriting salvation), others use it to refer to the addition of extra-biblical commands, and still others use it to allude …
Prone to Wander
I don't know about you, but many times I come to a sudden realization that distractions have completely overtaken me. Diversions tend to creep in unnoticed when I least expect them, and before I even recognize what's hit me, I'm spiritually parched and in need of refreshment - refreshment that can only be found by …
Pom Poms, Hair Bows, & Finding Our Identity in Christ
Not long ago, I took on the role of coaching a junior high cheer squad at a private Christian school in our town. Several years back I taught second grade at the same school, and now I'm coaching a few of my former students. It's so neat to see how those sweet little girls I …
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The More I Grow, the Less I Know: I am a Worrier
I have a confession to make: I am a worrier. I've heard it said before that worry is one of those "respectable sins." You know, sins like adultery or murder are seen as heinous, while other sins, such as gluttony or worry, tend to be overlooked or are viewed as the not-so-bad brand of sin. …
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Filthy Organization
I have been thinking a lot lately about organization – the purpose of it, the good that it does, and even the bad that it can bring. Let me start by saying that chaos and disorder drive me absolutely nuts. I am a list-making, note-writing, calendar-keeping kind of gal. My husband and I share a …
