As some of you know, I love the book of Ecclesiastes. It has truly deepened my perspective and given me language for things God has been stirring in me over the past year and a half. As I’ve reflected on the brevity and temporal nature of much of what we fill our lives with now, two questions have come up. What’s the best way… Read more
My husband, Clayton, and I had the opportunity to go through premarital counseling with two wise couples while we were engaged. It was a great experience that has shaped our marriage in many ways. One of my biggest “takeaways” is a simple statement that goes something like this, “You become a family when you say ‘I do.’ Any children that… Read more
Biblical Modesty You’ve probably heard the word modesty at some point. It most often refers to wearing enough clothing to avoid indecency. And yes, that is an absolutely essential part of being modest. But modesty is more than that. It’s a deep, rich, God-honoring concept, which should never be reduced to just real estate coverage. 1 Timothy 2:9-10, “I want women to be… Read more
In the past year, my perspective has undergone a massive reorientation. I suppose it’s because I’m finally old enough to be confronted with the imminent reality of death. I’ve realized that, before I know it, I’ll find myself at the last moment of my life, because such is the passage of time. For me in that moment, everything worldly will pass away.… Read more
My husband and I recently returned from Maine where we celebrated our fourth anniversary. In the midst of enjoying great adventures together, delicious meals, late night talks, and catching up on sleep, I spent a lot of time along the coast reading one of my favorite books, Ecclesiastes. For me the one word that best captures the heart of Ecclesiastes… Read more
My heart grumbles as I do the dishes by myself while my husband watches TV in the other room. I bang the cabinet doors just a little louder as I dramatically rush into the family room to grab the crying baby he seems to be ignoring. He knows I’m ticked, so he offers an explanation, “I’m sorry. I had a… Read more
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