Learning to Carry the Pain
I was no stranger to grief in my life. Profound loss litters my past, and I have learned to wade through those waters with my eyes on Jesus.
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Sarah Davis
Oct 16, 20213 min
The Gift of Being Heard
It’s much easier to speak up and reveal the vulnerable stuff in our hearts when we have the attention of someone who is listening.
Barb Lownsbury
Sep 18, 20216 min
The Gift of a Friend
Not all friends are created equal, and some friends, perfect for a season in our lives, may not be the best fit for the current season.
Sarah Davis
Sep 11, 20214 min
Mighty Warrior
There are moments in my life when I have felt ill-equipped for my circumstances. Yet God always shows up to guide and support me.
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 14, 20217 min
Conversation with Margaret
I sit down slowly, my expression thoughtful as I surreptitiously glance back at those brown eyes, still so keen and passionate all these...
Sarah Davis
Aug 7, 20214 min
The Enemy's Distraction
Sleep alluded me that night as I stared into the darkness, putting myself on trial in the courtroom of my anxious thoughts.
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 17, 20215 min
Expectation (The Fight Part II)
Expectation. I remember being a young girl, squirming on the vinyl seat in the back of our Chevy station wagon, asking way too often,...
Sarah Davis
Jul 10, 20214 min
When Pain and Joy Co-Exist
Now I find myself left with an aching realization. The option of spending time with my brother has now been removed.
Barb Lownsbury
Jun 19, 20213 min
Once Again, Exiting the Crazy Train
I can’t do something for or with everybody So, I choose to let go of crazy and embrace peace.
Barb Lownsbury
May 22, 20215 min
The Fight
I finally acknowledge more deeply the cost of the last year and a half, a season that completely upended me.
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 24, 20215 min
Redefining Greatness
As I reflect on the impact of one decision upon all of eternity, it gives me incredible hope.
Sarah Davis
Apr 17, 20214 min
The Gift of Relationships
It was much needed after a season of distancing myself from others and trying to walk alone.
Sarah Davis
Mar 27, 20213 min
Chasing Joy
It felt like joy had been eluding me. Like joy was a scavenger hunt ,and I couldn’t figure out the clues
Barb Lownsbury
Mar 20, 20215 min
One Week
Let’s say you only had one week left to live. That’s it! Just one week. How would you live? How would you spend your time, and with...
Sarah Davis
Feb 27, 20213 min
Held
Today marks the one-month anniversary of the unexpected passing of my brother, Joe. He was nine days past his forty-second birthday. The...
Barb Lownsbury
Feb 20, 20214 min
Your Love Moves In
I sit down with a heavy sigh, trying to understand my mood. My head is full—full of the looming list of responsibilities that seem...
Barb Lownsbury
Jan 30, 20214 min
This Will Never Be Different
Doomed. Stuck. Lost. Hopeless. Unworthy. Depressed. Ever been there?
Sarah Davis
Jan 2, 20214 min
Loving Others is Never Wasted
The bell on the door chimed as I entered the local florist shop to purchase a bouquet of flowers. The aroma of fresh cut stems filled the...
Sarah Davis
Dec 12, 20203 min
Realigning My Heart
Realization came that I was living in fear, and in disobedience of God's word.
Sarah Davis
Nov 25, 20203 min
His Eye is on the Sparrow
Then it dawned on me that God doesn't need particular words, only a willing and open heart. My spirit urged me to stop striving so hard...
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