If You’ve Ever Been Awakened in the Night

If You’ve Ever Been Awakened in the Night

I awoke at 2:25 AM. Again. Ruthless thoughts tend to permeate my mind when I lay down with nothing to distract me. Sometimes I can’t stop the replay of hurtful words and broken dreams. Depression and I have danced off and on for the last few years despite a...
How to Live in Divisive Tension

How to Live in Divisive Tension

I’m tempted to quit social media these days. Discord reigns thick and I’m out of breath. The tongue lashings so strong I second guess my resolve to write and rise up as a faith warrior. But then I realize it’s not just social media stirring up turmoil. It’s...
Why I Went To Church When I Didn’t Want To Go

Why I Went To Church When I Didn’t Want To Go

When familiar feelings of depression loom close, and the enemy’s roaring a bit louder, it’s easy to want to stay in bed and shut the whole world out. Sunday morning, howling winds outside only exacerbated the swirling feelings inside. I did not want to go to church....
Can’t I Just Have A Normal Life?

Can’t I Just Have A Normal Life?

Can I just say, the last couple of months have been hard. Like downright, knock you off your feet, curl up in a ball, and weep kind of hard. Frankly, I’d say the last 4 years have been this way off and on. But then, I realize I might say this a lot. Depending on...
Hope for A Weary World at Christmas Time

Hope for A Weary World at Christmas Time

Christmas has always held an incredible sense of wonder, particularly in childhood. Our family carried out traditions which helped me feel safe, secure, and loved. I’ve passed this on with a desire to rekindle old memories of joy and begin similar flames for my...