Uncovering Life's Treasures

As a young person growing up in the church, I often paused when reading about “begetting” in scripture, especially in the Old Testament. While the word “beget” is used to signify procreation or bearing children, it also carries another meaning: “to give rise to” or “to bring about.” The steps of my life’s journey tell…

I was on FaceTime with my oldest daughter last week, and as soon as she appeared on the screen, I was captivated—not just by her beauty, but by the space around her and how she seemed to fill it. She laughed at something we were discussing, and in true me-fashion, I couldn’t resist snapping a…
I recently came face to face with a buck. Well, almost face to face. I was traveling home from work on a rural road soon after sunset. I approached an intersection, and suddenly, in my peripheral, I saw a large object dart to the edge of the road. I instantly reacted. My body tensed up…
Monday Motivation: “It’s not easy trying to please everybody. Nor is it possible. It’s exhausting and wasteful. The truth? You’ve spent too much time jumping hurdles and turning backflips for those who drain the promises living in you. Coworkers, family members, and friend circles have held your purpose hostage for far too long. Change your…
Monday Motivation: “Your ability to get from one day to the next lives in your thoughts. How you respond to negative attacks against you; How you choose to love instead of hate; How you participate in effective change rather than rally others to confusion; How you courageously wait on the whisper of God before considering…