Dance in the Rain

Welcome to My Journal

My life has often felt like a raging storm. A hurricane without an end. And yet God has given me joy in the midst of it. And through the raging storms and the intermittent drizzle, I’m learning to dance in the rain. (Figuratively, of course.)

Who is Jesus to You?
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Who is Jesus to You?

The gospel accounts of Jesus' last days show my sin in a new light; I have a horrifying resemblance to those who deserted, betrayed and even crucified Jesus.

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Love Letters to God
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Love Letters to God

Do you find that God meets you with snippets of Scripture, like through a devotional book, or on the radio or listening to a podcast? If that’s been good, can you imagine there’s something even better?

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When you Can’t Imagine Living Like This
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When you Can’t Imagine Living Like This

I cried out to the Lord, telling him how this felt colossally unfair. I ended by declaring, “I can’t live like this for the rest of my life. I just can’t do it!” I felt frustrated and angry and overwhelmed all at the same time. I couldn’t imagine living the rest of my life with the physical struggles I had today.

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Are There Healing Words for 2018?
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Are There Healing Words for 2018?

A friend recently announced that she’d discovered the most powerful words to end relationship conflict. I was admittedly skeptical. But after trying them, I decided to make them my words for 2018. Try them yourself- you might agree with me.

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