"God doesn’t call the qualified. He qualifies the called." ~ Pastor Mark Batterson. Why does God call us to do something we are not qualified for? That’s what I’ve been asking Him lately. Moses is a good example of feeling unqualified for what God asked him to do. In Exodus 3, Moses is minding his own business while tending the flock of his father-in-law Jethro. He comes upon a burning bush and from this bush, God speaks to Moses. First, God tells him to take off his sandals because he is Continue Reading
ENOUGH: Book Review
Have you had enough of the lies whispered in your thoughts and want to live a life of believing the truth? Lies of, I’m not strong enough, talented enough, brave enough, pretty enough, thin enough. God wants to change this for us. Whatever we need, He is enough. Sometimes I believe these lies and don’t even realize it. Maybe you too? Sharon Jaynes, in her new book, Enough, has helped me see some areas about myself that I’ve been deceived. We must learn to recognize the lies. Continue Reading
What does it Mean to Trust God?
Today is the 2nd anniversary of our return to Ohio. Facebook has a 'On This Day ' feature that has been reminding me lately of each day of our move. This move across country was definitely a ‘move of God’, and not one we planned. The winters have been mild and the humidity tolerable. The biggest adjustment has been the bugs. So. Many. Bugs. These stink bugs are a nuisance. What purpose do they serve anyway? Overall, we are grateful for our time here. Not sure where we are headed next, if Continue Reading