In Case of Disappointment, Break Glass (Part 3): Make Room

This is the second post in a 4-part series. Read part 2: Frustrated Desire and Faith. A few minutes into my heart-to-heart with the Father about those pesky missing lace curtains, I remembered God’s specific word that morning: “Make room…for Me to move.” I reflected some more on this instruction from Him. Then, I found […]

In Case of Disappointment, Break Glass (Part 2): Frustrated Desire and Faith

This is the second post in a 4-part series. Read part 1: Heart Check. So this curtains scenario… Sigh. After breathing in, I calmed myself down by honestly spilling my emotions before God. I’ve had many, many times to practice this with Him, so it wasn’t too hard to get started. And then…I um, well… […]

Surrendering to Hope: A Visit to the Karen

How do you tell a story? A story that’s probably already been told by dozens, hundreds, maybe even thousands? One that largely remains hidden from most? With just one voice and a few photographs? This is my attempt to tell a story. Really, it is a compilation of stories likely told and shown before, but […]

Your Heart: It Matters

Did you know that your heart matters? Probably more than you realize? Simply managing your behavior is not enough to address the true issues of your heart. You have to face the contents within if you will ever find healing and freedom. And God, who is Healer and “tries the feeling and the heart,” is […]

Surrendering Our Plans

5:12 a.m. On the bus to Lampung It’s been a few days since I’ve written. With spotty Internet access and traveling from the south to Bangkok, we’ve been quite busy. Did I mention we became three? Yes, our friend Susana has become part of our traveling band. It’s been great to have her. So Bangkok. […]