June 23 The Psalmist paints with powerful metaphors. He calls God a Rock. But until two weeks ago, that comparison did little to move me. Then we crossed the border and watched Colorado peaks rise from the plains. The mountains traveled with us, ridged with veins of snow. They encompassed us and astounded us and … Continue reading God My Rock
June 16 I've never minded being a pastor's kid. I get to see a side of my dad no other church member sees. I get to watch my pastor behind the curtain of Sunday morning service. And Dad's example has taught me (at least) three things: A relationship with God is foremost. Dad faithfully spends … Continue reading My Favorite Pastor
Every day I’m assaulted by the world’s propaganda. I need effective tools in my spiritual toolbox. I need sharp weapons in my spiritual weaponry. I need worthy books causing me to set my mind on things above, where Christ is (Col. 3:2). You do too. Here are ten books to bolster your everyday mission of … Continue reading 10 Books for Every Christian Teen
May 26 Later this week, my family I are headed West for a family trip! I’m excited to visit both New Mexico and Colorado. While I’m away, I’ve decided to take a break from blogging, work, and email. That means there will be no article this Thursday or Sunday Afternoon Snippets until I get back. … Continue reading I’m Taking a Break!
May 19 In case you missed it last Thursday, I’m headed for high school graduation. The workload is lightening and excitement is escalating. But I know tomorrow is just around the corner. And for 70% of high schoolers, that means stepping into college. Today I’m sharing with you an insightful Desiring God article titled, For the … Continue reading For Tomorrow’s Freshmen
“What are your plans after high school?” By now, you think I would have a solid answer. “Well, I want to write. Maybe take some online classes or find a mentor. I’ve researched different degrees and programs but haven’t picked any. I want to keep serving in my church too. And it’d be fun to … Continue reading High School Graduate, Just Do the Next Thing
May 12 I did school differently than most people. I brainstormed algebra problems in my basement and spent lunch breaks in my backyard. I was homeschooled, which means the job of teaching me fell almost completely on Mom’s shoulders. In two weeks I’ll wrap up high school and graduate. Looking back over my 13 years … Continue reading My Favorite Teacher
May 5 May is by far the busiest month for our family. And this year, we’ve added some significant events to the calendar. I’m graduating high school, my sister (Leanna) is planning a wedding (!), and we’re headed West for a family trip. These are exciting times—busy times. My days are brimming with plans and … Continue reading A Prayer for the Busy Person
People have disliked Monday morning for decades. Today, we take it a step further with coffee mugs and t-shirts and ball caps to broadcast our complaints. Wake me when it’s Friday. I don’t do Mondays. Coffee and dogs and weekends. The message is clear: Weekends are fun. Mondays (and Tuesdays and Wednesdays) aren’t. But like … Continue reading Don’t Worship the Weekend
April 28 My family ran out of time to watch an Easter movie last Sunday. So it wasn’t until Tuesday that we finished the film Risen. I’m glad we waited. I needed the reminder that Christ’s resurrection doesn’t end on Easter Sunday. In the liturgical year of Christianity, Eastertide lasts fifty days, beginning on Easter … Continue reading Easter Isn’t Over
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