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What’s Been Inspiring Me Lately
In my last blog, I explored the deep need we all have to continually pursue wisdom. I shared a number of practical ways you can actively do this in daily life, and I’d encourage you to check out that list if you haven’t already…
The Pursuit of What Matters Most
I recently began reading 2 Chronicles in the Old Testament and was struck by a phrase the Lord says in the first chapter. Solomon, King David’s son, was newly anointed and reigning as the King of Israel. David was beloved by his people, a man after God’s heart, who…
5 Simple Questions to Ask Yourself at the End of Each Day
Having a winding down routine in the evening— one that helps you declutter your heart and mind from the events of the day, as well as prepare you for a good night’s sleep— is an outstanding practice to prioritize your personal growth and well-being. For some…
Make the Climb
The first verse of Matthew 5 is a crucial one to set up what has become known as the Sermon on the Mount. We often imagine Jesus delivering this most famous teaching of His to the crowds, but the text goes out of its way to inform us differently. Jesus left…
Boring Always Wins
Earlier this week, I met over zoom with my health coach for our monthly one-on-one coaching session. Over the last 4 and a half months, she’s been my personal coach and cheerleader as I have been healing from auto-immune disease, gut health and hormonal issues. Meeting with Amanda…
10 Life-Changing Daily Habits You Can Do in 15 Minutes or Less
I’m not an expert at anything in life. I’m not sure I ever will be. That’s fine by me. I am, however, two things: a lover of God’s Word and a curator of useful information. I love spending time reading and meditating on Scripture. No, I have never been to seminary. Maybe…
Nothing to Prove
Jesus’ baptism marked the beginning of his earthly ministry. As readers of the Gospels, we know what will follow this significant event over the course of the next three years. There will be radical teachings, devoted followers and disciples, miracles of healing, deliverance…
Gentle Reminders During Times of Transition and Change
The last few years have been full of change for me. I became a mother. And since then, the newborn I once nursed is now a preschooler who just performed in her first dance recital, is currently taking swim lessons and will soon start soccer ones. During that same time, we…
Career Advice I’d Give to My Younger Self
I have the great joy and honor of working with a handful of brilliant teammates while leading Seek First Resources alongside my husband, Ben. They are innovative, dependable, diligent, kind and fun to be around. Seek First Resources would not be…
Propaganda I’m Not Falling For Anymore, and Neither Should You
One of the latest social media trends is all about exposing and promoting, you guessed it, common propaganda that is circulated on Instagram and TikTok. The trend is provocative and catchy, and let’s face it, a bit cheesy. It’s also…
