Eucharist. The Greek word meaning thanksgiving. The offering of gratitude. As we replace the turkeys and pumpkins with holly and tinsel I pray that we not loose sight of the eucharist we expressed just days ago when our tables and homes were full of laughter, loved ones and good food. May eucharist be the posture… Read More AN ENCOURAGEMENT – GIVE THANKS
While a privilege and an honor, it is also hard and often painfully refining. Leadership has the ability to reveal one’s heart, motives, and even one’s character. And, while we may not hold high positions or lofty titles, we all lead in one capacity or another. Simply put, leadership is influence, and everyone has influence.… Read More LEAD WHERE YOU ARE PLANTED
Have you ever noticed how so often the testimonies with the dramatic 180 degree turn from a terrible life circumstance surrounding something like crime, addiction or abuse are highlighted and labeled powerful? They are the ones often celebrated and spoken into microphones at conferences and different events. And, while I would never argue that these testimonies are powerful and… Read More A TESTIMONY OF GRACE
Women’s ministry has been a pull and desire on my heart for years, it seems to be knit into my very DNA. Writing and speaking — pouring into, building up and empowering through encouragement. And, while this is something I naturally find myself doing to a certain extent, I have often found myself sensing more,… Read More A VISION TO ENCOURAGE AND EMPOWER