by Jennifer | Jul 23, 2013 | Christian, Hope, Inspirational
There is a familiar lyric, which has been repeated in many worship songs: “Break my heart for what breaks Yours.” The other night as I was praying for some dear people going through some scary circumstances, I began to pray that lyric. And then I thought, “There is no...
by Jennifer | Jul 22, 2013 | Christian, Hope, infertiltiy, Inspirational, miscarriage
Have you ever been hungry to do more than your doing right now? Do you dream of places different than where you are standing at this very moment? Are your eyes wide for more than just today? Do you want to see beyond the troubles of right now? I have an ache inside to...
by Jennifer | Jul 19, 2013 | Christian, Hope, Inspirational
Ann Voskamp is guest hosting for Five Minute Friday. She has chosen the word belong for the prompt. I think I’ve always struggled with finding my place and purpose. I’m not sure why. I don’t think anyone has ever really caused these anxious feelings to stir inside of...
by Jennifer | Jul 17, 2013 | Christian, Hope, Inspirational
This morning when you opened your eyes there was a gift waiting. It might not have been beautifully wrapped. Through difficult seasons it is tear stained because of the compassion that accompanies it. And through seasons of sunshine, it’s colored with...
by Jennifer | Jul 16, 2013 | Christian, Hope, Inspirational, Motherhood, Stillbirth
This is what the end of our long day at Disneyland looked like… Two completely exhausted four year old children safe and secure in the arms of their daddy. Yesterday, I asked the twins a question, “Do you know that mommy and daddy love you both so much?” They...
by Jennifer | Jul 15, 2013 | Christian, Inspirational
When I was a teenager my boyfriend (who is now my husband) used to take me skiing. He was a great skier and more than confident to face the steep slopes. I wouldn’t dare go near them. Well, except for once… Paul kept insisting I try to ski a more difficult hill....