expectations…
Expect nothing and you’ll never be disappointed. Or so they say… Expectations of others preclude our spoken word. Expectations exist without awareness. But expectations exist to create space for the happiness of the unexpected. I expected our first dance...
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wholeheartedly…
If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. —God It’s interesting to note in this particular translation of Jeremiah 29:13 that the word wholeheartedly is used. Not a smidgen, not a bit, not halfheartedly but WHOLEheartedly is the adjective used....
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mr. lipman…
It’s as if God has been following me all week, a nervous chuckle escaped from him as he reached for his orange juice. I nodded an affirmative nod and scrunched me nose with excitement. Turbulence forced us to be restricted to our seats on our short flight into...
read moresocial media…
The power of social media is akin to a double-edged sword. In the Nashville conversation for 12 Cities/12 Conversations tour, the issue of relational connection, authenticity, and identity surfaced. The conversation was the next to final gathering on the road...
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if…
If Jesus was tangibly with us for an entire week, what would he be doing? Where would he hang out? Who would talk to? He asked the theological question simply, flatly. While other students lingered philosophically in their cerebral labyrinth, I printed neat bullet...
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long tennessee conversations…
What does a Christian author, a nuclear weapon reduction advocate, a theology professor, and a speaker have in common? No, not some primordial ooze of biblical proportions like one would think. [Oh, you didn’t think that. Well—never mind.] Four thinkers...
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wishes, fairy dust, and bippity boppity boo…
I’m a planner. Yes, I have my 2011 calendar marked up and color-coded. I create timelines and cushion blocks for the unexpected. I detail out a Plan B in case of inclimate weather or additional people to feed. It’s what neurotic people do. I swear. Just...
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guest post: sarah markley…
Sarah and I have met over coffee, gym workouts, and family dinners. She´s someone who has pushed me to be bolder in my life, stronger in my writing, and more confident in the person I´m becoming. Her story has blessed me and I hope you check out her story of...
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guest post: jasmine star…
I’m truly blessed to have an amazing twin sister who has been my defender, friend, and confidant. I was so excited to have her share her story with you guys. You can find her amazing blog HERE or follow her on Twitter. For those of you who don’t know,...
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marriage advice from jon acuff…
So, I pretty much think there are a few people who can be as real in person as they are online. Especially if they’re mega-stars within certain stratospheres. But then you met someone who is almost too good to be true. Is there a possibility Jon Acuff kicks...
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I’m a writer and teacher in love with two men: Jesus and my husband, Matt. [You might not find this funny, but I laugh at myself, so it all balances out.]
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