When I Thought Truth Was Enough I used to pride myself on being bold. I said what was on my mind and didn’t worry about who it offended. In my mind, it was truth—and truth mattered more than feelings. But looking back, I can see the real problem: It wasn’t just what I said… it was the condition of my heart. My words weren’t rooted in love. I judged quickly. I reacted emotionally. I put myself first... And it showed up in ways I can’t ignore: I missed my son’s baseball games I

There was a time I thought Jesus was simply warning about money - don't be greedy, give more, be responsible. But when I slowed down and really read Matthew 6:22-24, I realized that He was speaking to something much deeper: my heart and what it's truly devoted to. Jesus says the "eye is the lamp of the body." At first, that confused me. But in biblical language, a "good eye" meant generosity, while a "bad eye" meant being stingy or self-focused. That stopped me. Because th

Trusting God to redeem your past and guide your future, step by step Haunted by ‘What Ifs’ Have you ever been haunted by a single choice—or by all the “what ifs” that followed? I know I have. For years, anxiety ruled my heart. I replayed decisions I regretted and wondered how life might have been different: Would my life have turned out better if I hadn’t made that choice? Would my career have been easier? Could I have avoided mistakes that still weigh on me today? For a lo

Have you ever found yourself asking: “How do I know what God is calling me to do?” I’ve been sitting in that question a lot lately. Not just in a big, life-purpose kind of way—but in my everyday life. In my home. With my gifts. With this pull I feel but can’t fully explain. And if I’m being honest… it feels confusing sometimes. Because I don’t hear a loud voice. I don’t get a clear step-by-step plan. And I don’t always feel qualified. A Simple Truth About God’s Calling Here