Since it’s October, I have a confession involving a costume. About 30 years ago, our church held a “Hallelujah Night” (in place of Halloween), and I completely forgot to plan a costume for my daughter. The other kids arrived dressed as Jonah, Noah, angels, and other Bible characters.  I stopped at...

I need to make a confession. Sometimes I think God needs my help. I like to tell Him what He should do, when He should do it, and exactly how I think He should do it. Anybody else like me? Years ago, my husband and I already had two little girls and were considering another baby. One morning,...

I've learned something about myself over the years. My heart says "yes" long before my calendar—or my emotional capacity—does. Someone reaches out needing counseling, and I immediately think, I can help. One of my kids needs me, and without hesitation I say, Of course. A friend asks for a favor,...