…Let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. Hebrews 12:1 Read blog below For the last couple years I have been journeying towards living a more simplistic life. It started with me selling my three bedroom house and most recently, taking part in a 31 day minimalist challenge. Essentially, the challenge was to get rid of the number of items that coincide with th

Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Ephesians 6:13 (NIV) One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned from being an athlete is to always be prepared. Not only by practicing, but most importantly, by having everything I needed to compete. For example, as a track athlete, I threw shot put and hammer in college. Can you imagine me showing up to a track meet wi

But whenever someone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Corinthians 3:16‭-‬17 NLT Read blog below When we hear the word freedom, most people think of “the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.” Essentially being able to do what we want, when we want, no rules, etc. Another definition of freedom to consider, one that is often overloo

God said to Moses, “I am who I am. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I am has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:14 When I first married my husband, becoming a pastor’s wife, there were several nuances I had to get used to. Not only running from the hats and traditions of the role but also how I was addressed (or not.. sometimes). I remember early on not being recognized in certain spaces unless my husband was with me. If I was recognized, even when we were together, I