A few years ago, on a local youth group outing to Prince Edward Island, my husband somehow {to this day, I don’t know how} convinced me that I should ride a roller coaster, and that I would surely love it. So….after hemming and hawing, I did it. As soon as it took off, I knew… Read More Ministry Musings: You Are Called to Take Risks
Something unique happens when you come off of the mission field for awhile. My husband and I are three months into our sabbatical, and a lot of our conversations lately have been about cultural differences. They pop up in the most unusual ways and at unexpected times. We chuckle at the way things are done… Read More 5 Things Every Missionary Wants You to Know About Culture Shock
When I was searching for an image for this post, I asked my husband, “What image comes to mind with the word ‘surprise?’” He answered immediately with “a gift.” And as I read through the post again for editing purposes, I realized that my husband had just unveiled a profound truth: With each surprise comes… Read More 5 Ministry Surprises {And the Gifts They Unwrapped}
It’s prevalent in families, churches, and leadership. Men and women are addicted. Kids are being exposed at even earlier ages, and yet parents give them unlimited internet access. Pastors and church leaderships often don’t see the need for accountability. Counseling appointments with church members often end as soon as internet accountability is required. The statistics… Read More Pornography: A Dychotomy of Pain and Hope {And a Giveaway from Covenant Eyes}
{Special thanks to my pastor husband for collaborating with me on this post.} My hope and prayer is that these words will be enlightening for church goers and encouraging for pastors and their wives. We each have an important part in God’s church, and our ministry and outreach will be so much more effective if… Read More 5 Common Misconceptions About Pastoral Ministry
