As I’m writing this, Kevin and I are in the car on our way to Kentucky. It’s raining, the sky dark enough to make you think the sun has already gone down, even though I know it hasn’t. We’re about 45 minutes from our hotel, and I’ve been praying the same prayer silently in my head over and over throughout the entire seven-and-a-half-hour drive…Lord, please let us find a house this weekend.
Read MoreOne of my favorite things we did at our wedding was that we asked a few people to give speeches during the reception. My Matron of Honor and best friend of 17 years, Melanie, was up first. Then Kevin’s Best Man Jason spoke. And then rounding out the line-up, my dad gave a speech.
Read MoreYesterday was my dad’s birthday, so in honor of him, I thought I would share with you the #1 piece of advice my dad gives me every time I have a decision to make.
Read MoreDo you really believe that God is able to do way more than you even know to ask or could ever imagine? When we truly believe that there is no limit to what God can accomplish, it changes the way we approach Him. Instead of tentatively asking Him, we will boldly petition Him…not with arrogance or entitlement, but with humility and thanksgiving.
Read MoreSomething I think we can all practice more of is gratitude. It’s easy to ask for things we want, talk about things we’re looking forward to, and even complain about what we wish was different about our lives. But being thankful is something we can all continue to work on.
Read MoreWhen I was a little girl, one of my favorite things to do was to sit in my dad’s lap and drive our car up the driveway. Anytime we would get a minute or two out from arriving home, I would perk up and ask, “Dad, can I drive?” And so many times, my sweet dad would say yes, put the car in park at the end of the driveway, and let me take the wheel.
Read MoreIsn’t it crazy how quickly life can change? It’s like one day you’re just going about your business and the next it seems like everything that once felt certain gets flipped on its head. A great relationship ends unexpectedly. A new opportunity falls in your lap. The chance to pursue a dream comes, but not without some sacrifices.
Read MoreOne of most frequently used apps on my phone is my Maps app. I honestly don’t know how people found their way around before smart phones or GPS’s, especially directionally challenged people like me. Not to mention, the Maps app is great because it shows you the quickest way to go so that you can get to your destination more quickly.
Read MoreOne thing I absolutely love about my fiancé, Kevin, is the way he worships. He is so wide open with the way he worships the Lord, never afraid to raise His hands, dance around with the students at his youth group, or sing at the top of his lungs. You can just tell by watching him that worshipping God is something he loves to do, and it’s a major way that he connects with the Lord.
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