Intentional LivinG & Personal Grow
-Be Fully Alive-
#KindnessQuest 3.0 Road Trip
Do you love to go on road trips? We just got back from one chock-full of intentional acts of kindness, our #KindnessQuest 3.0! What is a #KindnessQuest? What is a #KindnessQuest? I am glad you asked! Let me tell you how it began. For many years my family has been...
Effective Elements in Sharing Your Faith and Making Disciples
For some of us, sharing our faith is vital and the most important part of how we make a difference in the world. But sharing our faith (or "evangelism" as it used to be called once upon a time) isn't an easy thing for those of us who believe this is part of our...
Ten Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Homeschooling
If you’ve been schooling at home this Spring or considering homeschool for next year because of COVID-19, I am excited for you. And a little scared. As Dickens says, “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.” One thing for sure is that you have a lot of...
Summer Family Challenge Checklist
Now, I could talk about fireworks and freedom, diversity and beauty, or even making a difference in our homes by leading our families. I'm don't feel like making a wise point, though. I just like colors and smearing paint. This summer, we have a massive list of family...
To Mask or Not Mask?
To wear or not wear masks? Here’s why I’m struggling as a high-risk for COVID-19 concerning masks. And it isn’t just about loving others.
Not Every Mama Feels Born to Mom
Not every mama feels born to mom . . . when you want to make a difference in the world and be outside your home but are also a parent.
The Honest Truth About Loving Deeper (Art of Advocacy)
Loving others seemed good and something to be defined by. Until it was loving the same small group of people deeper. Loving people seems like living a great story. Loving my family was just draining. Loving someone from another culture felt exotic. Loving those I see...
Movement or a Moment?
This is part of the series, Your Voice on Racism. Do you have a story to share? We need to hear it! Consider submitting it here! _______________________________________________________ What is a Movement? A Movement or a Moment? I’ve thought about this question ever...
Lament for the American Church
Over the last three months, I've been trying to answer one question often--what does it mean to be the Church where I live, through this season? Of course I have ideas, but I don't have the answer. And so I wonder: how can I lead my family and those I influence, if I...
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