Tonight, I am mindful that no matter the outcome of the election, people I love and care about will be disappointed, hurt, and even fearful. I wish I could take that feeling away from everyone and tomorrow could be a day of hope and peace for all of us. That’s the impossible dream, isn’t it? […]
The Music that Shaped my Faith
The music a child hears early in life is vitally important to that child’s spiritual development and sense of truth. We cannot take lightly the words we put in a child’s heart and mind. Music stays in our memories and becomes the soundtrack of our lives. I’ve been thinking a great deal about the music […]
The Empty Nativity
My home has three extra visitors this Christmas. Our three foster babies are precious, tiny, stair steps. They bring so much joy and liveliness to our already loud and joyful home. We absolutely adore them. They are busy, busy, busy just as you’d expect an infant, toddler, and preschooler to be. I imagine this is […]
Courtney’s Playlist “Open and Obedient 2023”
Last week, I shared my words for the year, “Open and Obedient.” I’ve really been focusing on following Jesus with my choices, taking risks when God provides an opportunity, and knowing when to step back from an opportunity. Likewise, I’ve had many moments of disappointment and waiting to assist in the sanctification process this year. […]
10 Practical Ways to Support Women, Babies, and Children
How can we support expectant mothers, new mothers, babies, and children? However your heart and mind are processing, lamenting, rejoicing in, or pondering the overturn of Roe v. Wade, I sincerely hope you are asking yourself how you can support the lives of others. This should be the discussion. I am thankful for the positive […]
