Into Something Beautiful

From the archives – Summer 2007 (Jars of Clay’s song “Something Beautiful” inspired this post. Enjoy.) Recently, I spent some time at the Getty, and every time I go, I am reminded just how much I love it there. It’s in a beautiful location with wonderful architecture, gardens, and collections. As my friend and I […]

Clarity

“But Moses said to the people, ‘Do not fear! Stand by and see the salvation of the Lord which He will accomplish for you today. . . . The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.” –Exodus 14:13 “Delight yourself in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart. […]

What About Love?

From the archives – Fall 2005 (I had a conversation with a fellow classmate from grad school that had my mind reeling. As we spoke after class in my car under the soft orange glow from the parking lot lights, we pondered what it means to love someone and the pain that can bring. It’s […]

Plugging In

From the archives – Summer 2003 (I am so incredibly blessed to be plugged into a church I love. Turns out I found that community just months after I originally wrote this post. Who knew a little postcard in the mail could change everything? I encourage you to fight for life in your church and […]

Surprise Me

6:31 a.m. So I’m learning to be an early riser. It’s not natural for me, but I tend to do my best thinking in the quiet of an early morning (or late night…which I prefer). While I love seeing the sun rise as I putter around the house, it’s that getting up in what feels […]