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What Really Matters

A house full of kids. An elaborate dinner table mostly unnoticed. And missing out on what is really important.

Barb Lownsbury

Feb 5, 20226 min read

What Matters Most

I mopped the sweat off my brow with my crumbled up shirt sleeve, the steam from the pot of delicious smelling food wafting up to greet me...

Barb Lownsbury

Feb 5, 20226 min read

Finding My Way

In an era where celebrities are worshipped, it’s easy to lose my way. If I'm not careful, the constant comparison can rip me apart.

Barb Lownsbury

Jan 15, 20224 min read

CATCH MY BREATH

In a year of changes, it took getting away with God to be able to release the breath I didn’t know I had long been holding.

Barb Lownsbury

Nov 20, 20214 min read

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.

Barb Lownsbury

Sep 18, 20216 min read

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...

Barb Lownsbury

Aug 14, 20217 min read

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,...

Barb Lownsbury

Jul 17, 20215 min read

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

Jun 19, 20213 min read

The Fight

I finally acknowledge more deeply the cost of the last year and a half, a season that completely upended me.

Barb Lownsbury

May 22, 20215 min read

Redefining Greatness

As I reflect on the impact of one decision upon all of eternity, it gives me incredible hope.

Barb Lownsbury

Apr 24, 20215 min read

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...

Barb Lownsbury

Mar 20, 20215 min read

Embracing a New Year

I was doing a spiritual exercise where I spent time reflecting on my childhood. I was really struck by how much those initial life...

Barb Lownsbury

Jan 1, 20215 min read

The Magic of Christmas

Over two thousand years ago, unto us a child was born. His parents named him Jesus. He was born in the lowest of circumstances to a...

Barb Lownsbury

Dec 25, 20204 min read

You Are Valued

The two younger children jumped out of the newly purchased mini-van, their eyes sparkling with excitement. When they see their new home,...

Barb Lownsbury

Dec 2, 20205 min read

Taming My Thoughts

In a world of turmoil, disease and reality TV, I serve a God who reminds me often that He holds me in His capable hands.

Barb Lownsbury

Nov 21, 20204 min read

The Burden of Time

When the curtain closes on our life, that’s it. Done. Drop the mic and walk off the stage. There is no rewind.

Barb Lownsbury

Jul 9, 20204 min read

Find Answers

Finding answers can be tough. Blessedly, God is very good at helping us find them, and He provides us a roadmap to wise solutions in the...

Barb Lownsbury

May 28, 20203 min read

Marking the Moments

God has miracles of beauty and joy available for each of us. Out of the ashes of hurt and heartache, He brings redemption and joy.

Barb Lownsbury

Jan 25, 20204 min read

The Whisperers

I wrote this post a few years back but I’m reposting here by request. Enjoy! Nobody wants to fail, right? So in my moments of fear, I...

Barb Lownsbury

Oct 24, 20193 min read

Consistently Consistent

By KRISTAN DOOLEY ,Weather in Ohio is weird. One minute it’s the beginning of summer, the windows are open and you know heat is just...

Barb Lownsbury

Jul 23, 20192 min read

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