Asking for What You Need
Today I applied for two university micro-grants to fund some new initiatives I’m hoping to try in the classroom. One involves an art project and another involves securing the money for a premium Kahoot! license. Why not ask? A micro-grant is something under $500 dollars that funds something you want to try in your classroom […]
God Thinks About Us
This morning, I read these beautiful words in Psalm 40:17, written by David. He writes, “As for me, I am poor and needy, but the Lord takes thought for me. You are my help and my deliverer; do not delay, O my God!” Sometimes we think God has forgotten about us and doesn’t stand ready to […]
Only Yourself
Today I remembered how the more you you are, the better. As I continue to speak on various stages and interview on the radio, I’m becoming more myself. It’s so much better to be oneself rather than try to be someone else. This applies to everything from how I teach, how I market my books, […]
Not the Best
My watermelons don’t taste the best. I learned that I’m not the best at growing watermelons. I think that next year, I’ll try different heirloom tomatoes and peppers. I’m so glad I tried my hand at watermelons and pumpkins; now I know it’s not my thing. I love trying new things and realizing you can’t […]
Inquiring
I love how in the book of Genesis, Rebekah is confused about what is happening to her, so she inquires of the Lord (Genesis 25:22). I love the simplicity of it. In present day, when I’m confused, I gather my friends’ wisdom; I read the latest book; I google; I fret; I research. But do […]
Little Neighborhood, Big Love
Today I walked around to deliver the containers that held the food and treats my neighbors sent while we were recovering from COVID. Beforehand, I sat at the kitchen table and wrote out thank-you notes to the friends who showed such care for us. I wrote sixteen letters. Sixteen! That’s a lot of families who […]
Helping Others Flourish
I learn of a beautiful interpretation of The Lord’s Prayer on TikTok from a user (@stormyc_spirit) who I imagine differs greatly from me theologically. While this might seem New Age and not something you’re comfortable with, I still loved the wording. I wrote down his interpretation in my journal. He prays to God: Carve out […]
Exceedingly Multiplied
I noticed today in the book of Genesis the words that accompany God’s blessing. When God blesses, we see the words “exceedingly fruitful” and “multiply greatly” (Genesis 17). God’s blessing meant people became exceedingly fruitful and that their offspring and influence were greatly multiplied. I kept thinking about asking God to bless that which we […]
Up and Down
I’m so thankful the Lord is unchanging since recovering from COVID is up and down. God stays faithful and constant even if our experience of Him changes. We know we can expect of His love and care. But with COVID you can’t predict anything and you don’t know what to expect. I remembered that today […]
The Support You Need
I’ve been thinking a lot about the various kinds of support a person needs in order to thrive. I felt overwhelmed with the social support of the last week and all the meals and kind messages. I loved the intellectual support of my wise medical friends. I loved the spiritual support of prayers and time […]