For months, I held the weight of expectancy in my heart. It filled my prayers, woke me in the middle of the night, and entered my dreams. I didn’t know what the answer would be, but I carried a childlike confidence. Almost certain a “yes” was eminent, I prayed with more boldness, sure that this step in writing would further the message God called me to. Then, the email arrived in my inbox. I read it several times, trying to process each syllable and search for a reason to the Continue Reading
Some Truths to Hold onto When You Face Decision Fatigue
Eight months ago, I experienced decision fatigue unlike any other time of my life. In a season filled with highs and joyful moments, there were also days when I felt paralyzed. Fear of making the wrong choice darkened my thoughts like a constant bully, and I didn’t know which way to turn. Those high moments? Topping the list was the fact that a publisher wanted to sign with me. Years of praying and working hard were finally producing a harvest and I could see God’s hand moving in multiple areas Continue Reading
Connecting with God in the Middle of Endless Distractions
As soon as I sit down, I hear the pitter-patter of feet. Within seconds, my daughter is pulling herself up onto the couch, squeezing in next to me as I try to keep reading the open Bible on my lap. I last a few seconds longer before she throws herself across me, giggling. Knowing any meaningful time with God is useless at this point, I toss the Bible on the coffee table and come at her from both sides with the tickle monster. This is “quiet time” at my house. Or at least, it is Continue Reading