When my girls were little, we played a game around the dinner table. We called it “best thing, worst thing.” The idea was to around the table, and each person would say the best thing that happened …
Abba Daddy
I think so much of our faith is molded by past experiences, everything from deep tragedies that shape us, to our families of origin, to our cultural contexts. In all honesty, I have struggled through …
The Freedom of Generosity
I was reading Oswald Chambers the other day, and he mentioned something that resonated deeply with me. He was talking about evangelism, about sharing the gospel with others. He made the point that how …
Rookies and Veterans
There are two kinds of moms I love at Grace (dads, too, but I’m focusing on the mamas today): Rookies and Veterans. I’ve learned that both are invaluable. They bring joy to my life, and each has …
Phone Free Fridays
I love my phone. I’m still old enough to remember when my cellphone was the length of my forearm, with a big black antenna, and it was amazing because it could fit in my briefcase. And, it could make …
Navigating Technology
If you are like me, you spend a lot of your parenting time and energy helping your kids navigate digital technology. I heard a speaker recently say that if you’re one to 18 years old, new technology …