Life is an Unexpected Adventure

As alumni of the Orillia Christian School, I was asked to write an article on what I'm up to and what God has done in my life, to share with other staff, students, parents and alumni. I thought I'd share about the unexpected adventure that God has taken me on and the beautiful experiences I…

Lessons I Learned on My Sabbatical – Part 2

Here's the second and final article in my 2-part series on the things I've learned on my sabbatical. I'd recommend it for anyone to read, whether you are in full-time Christian ministry or not. If you're a human being, it's good stuff. Basically, they are life lessons for humans. (If you didn't get a chance…

Lessons I Learned on My Sabbatical – Part 1

I decided to reveal some of the hard-won lessons I've learned on my fumbling attempt at a ministry sabbatical. If you're in full-time Christian ministry or missions, this is a must-read. If you are not "in ministry" but you are a human being, this is a must-read. I think that these are timeless lessons for all people in…

Frank Thoughts on Faith

I may have returned to a familiar land, but there is nothing familiar about the journey I have been on this year. Kris Vallotton shared something recently that resonated with my heart, describing exactly what this year has been like for me so far: "Often times you have to give up to go up. I…

Life is 100% About The Heart

This past year or so, God has been trying to get my attention. Big time. He completely interrupted my entire life in order to get my attention.  To stop me dead in my tracks so I'd finally listen. What has He been trying to tell me? Well, He’s been trying to tell me that life…

Love is Slow

Today I'm the guest writer over at ilovedevotionals.com where I share some thoughts on life, love and patience. Check it out here ›› LOVE IS SLOW

How To Thrive For 24 Hours

A few months ago, I discovered this really encouraging daily devotional online, written by Wendy, a lovely South African woman of great depth; she began writing these devo's to encourage herself (and now many others) through a very tough and unexpected season when she (as a newlywed) discovered her husband had been diagnosed with cancer.…

To the Guys: What Makes You Powerful

To the Guys: Right up front, I want you to know that I'm on your side as your ally; I'm writing this to give you an honest glimpse into the heart of a woman, believing it will encourage you forward in your relationships not only with women but with other men and children. Feel free…

I Can Assure You, I Freak Out.

So, I just wanted to clear up any misunderstanding and confusion that may be “out there” in the world when it comes to others’ perception of me. Somehow, somewhere along the way, some may have gotten the wrong impression that I am just a perfectly peaceful, serene, angelic, always-trusting-God kind of gal who... never wavers…

I’ll Be Happy When… (Waiting for Your Life to Start)

Meet Lisa, my childhood best friend... someone who has seen me in my most glorious AND my most immature moments from days gone by... We were so cool that we even had our own secret code language and hand signals. Yay for us. Aren't we cool?! Anyway, I'm so excited to have Lisa as a…