Finding Worth Beyond Busyness: A Workaholic’s Journey to Rest I’ve been thinking a lot about worth and busyness lately. This week I started reading “The Search for Significance” by Robert S. McGee. Right from the start, it opens with Psalm 139:23-24 – a verse I’ve prayed so many times: “Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know
In the quiet moments between tasks, a truth has been slowly emerging in my life—one that I’ve been reluctant to face. I’m a workaholic. I always have been. And just when I convince myself I’m making progress, reality sets in. Recently, I started reading The Search for Significance by Robert S. McGee. The book opens with a prayer I’ve uttered countless
Have you ever noticed how quickly our Christian witness can evaporate the moment someone cuts us off in traffic? I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately, especially after hearing something powerful on The Bible Recap podcast. Tara-Leigh Cobble shared a story about her friend who has developed quite the unusual traffic habit. Whenever someone cuts her off, instead of responding
You know those days when everything feels like a broken lawnmower? I recently attended a church service where Pastor Donnie Edwards shared a story that really made me reflect on my own attitude as it relates to the tasks I do every single day. It was too good not to share with my fellow moms who might be struggling with
In my daughter’s Bible recently, I found a familiar sight: a brightly colored flyer for an upcoming church event. At the bottom, in cheerful text, were the words “Remember to bring a friend to be a part of our special friend contest!” As I stood there in my kitchen, that simple phrase triggered a profound reflection on how we approach
Many households struggle today – not because of a lack of male presence, but because of a lack of true spiritual leadership from men. Recently I heard Pastor Donnie Edward’s at Legacy Baptist Church preach on 1 Corinthians 11 about this critical issue and the impact it has on Christian homes. That notion really struck me. In the last week
Today we’re talking about something that’s been weighing heavily on my heart lately – how adults sometimes shame kids in group settings, and why we desperately need to stop. As a mom, I’ve seen firsthand how devastating shame-based discipline can be for our kids. Let me share a story that recently broke my heart. A mom friend’s daughter – let’s
In a recent sermon at Legacy Baptist Church, Pastor Donnie Edwards delivered a powerful message about why the Bible is the authentic, inspired Word of God. As our culture increasingly questions traditional faith and biblical authority, understanding the foundations of our belief in Scripture becomes more crucial than ever. These points are adapted from his sermon. 1. The Divine Inspiration
In a powerful sermon delivered today, Dr. Richard Ross challenged our church with a profound question: “Are you truly redeemed?” Let’s dive into his transformative message about authentic faith and purposeful family life. The Shocking Truth About Church Membership Dr. Ross dropped a startling statistic: approximately half of church members may be lost. This isn’t about membership cards or Sunday
In a powerful presentation at church, Dr. Richard Ross shared sobering statistics: half of high school graduates leave the church, while half stay. But what determines which path our children will take? Dr. Ross offered practical (and Biblical) wisdom for parents seeking to nurture lasting faith in their children. The Foundation: Faith Through Relationship Dr. Ross emphasized that faith isn’t
