It was the summer of 1956, and I was a seven-year-old living in Toledo, Ohio with my two sisters and my parents. As summer approached, my mother informed me that she had signed me up for the two week girls' session at YMCA Camp Storer in southwest Michigan.
Read More“God, where are you?” Veata managed to utter through sobs. “You said that you would always be here but I don’t feel it. I cannot take this anymore.” At a breaking point, she pleaded with God for a sign.
Read MoreI was immediately drawn into the raw-ness and relatability of Veata’s story. That longing to be loved and fully accepted is hard-wired into every one of us.
Read MoreI am a card-carrying member of Costco. I like bulk. I prefer abundance. And I’d be lost without leftovers. But this approach has never worked when applied to my walk with Jesus.
Read MoreI know if I catch this, I will most likely die and I’ve escaped death on several occasions...this is the most fearful I’ve been..
Read MoreThis crisis has opened my eyes to the fact that any thing can happen at any moment that can affect all of us in drastic ways. And when that happens, what will we stand on. This crisis has caused me to cling to the Word of God in a new way..
Read MoreDefinitely grief and fear and depression tried to overwhelm me… I got up and went to the lakefront. There I bared my soul and cried out to God.
Read MoreI was angry for several days because the news reports famous people getting tested that are younger and healthier than my sister, but there are not enough kits for her to get tested. It was very challenging.
Read MoreThank goodness I am a runner and like to exercise. I have been exercising 2 times a day now--it helps clear my mind and is great therapy.
Read MoreThe last couple of years I would have been freaking out but now I’m walking by faith and knowing He makes a way. I’m just so thankful to cast everything to the Lord.
Read MoreThe Coronavirus crisis has strengthened my faith. We are not in this alone. God is with us every second of every day. When I hit my knees each night to pray I ask for strength to deal with what is happening..,
Read MoreI have a sense that there's purpose behind all of this. I would say that this crisis has reminded me how important it is to stay connected to my creator.
Read MoreWork/life balance is upside down! In the instant gratification world, slowing down and not knowing when this will end is very unsettling.
Read Moreit has been hard for my little kids to understand why we can’t go to family centers (jump places etc)…
Read MoreAs the time has gone on, and we now know of 8-9 ministry colleagues who have the virus, it does start to become more real. But still, we are trying to encourage and stay focused.
Read MoreI’m trying to get outstide each day and working on spots in my home that need to be decluttered. I try to practice self-care by lighting a candle or using some awesome smelling lotions. I’m praying for everyone's safety.
Read MoreWe have not left our property in two weeks. I’m definitely enjoying time with family. making more homemade meals. growing computer skills.
Read MoreAs a health care worker, I know that this could get really bad for those working in clinics and hospitals…
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