Jesus, Coffee, and Naps

Look Who Moved In

“The Word became flesh and blood and moved into the neighborhood.” (John 1:14, The Message) I love how Eugene Peterson paraphrases this...

In Time of Trouble Say

Andrew Murray (1828-1917) was a prominent Christian speaker and preacher in Europe and America. He was a minister to the missionaries....

I Will Protect You: Lesson Learned on the Ball Field

Written by April Dawn White Over the chatter of the opposing team, my daughter overhears the coach call her name. Rachel jogs from left...

There’s No Crying in Softball

I pull on my favorite JMU sweatshirt, elbowing the tiny faucets at the corners of my eyes. Tears trickle down my face. Eager to pitch,...

Identity Crisis

My phone buzzes with a Google notification. I am irked by the reminder that I should be working 8-5 pm today. I’m on a medical leave of...

Faith Sifted

February 29, 2016. Does today’s date appear odd to you? It’s leap year! Today is a bonus day. I have an exceptional gift for you on this...

The Good, Good Father

Written by April Dawn White Stop! Before you read anymore please click play the song Good, Good Father. Let the song play in the...

2016 Lesson #2: Trusting God’s Timing

D In the movie, the bratty character, Veruca Salt, is famous for stomping, “But I want an Oompa Loompa now!” I soon realized, I’m guilty...

Keep Marching!

By April Dawn White What do you do when you don’t see any results? Keep marching! Obedience is my responsibility. Outcomes are God’s...

Mindfulness Meditation and Mood: What You Think Influences How You Feel

“What is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?” (Psalm 8:4, NIV) In the 1965 production of The Sound...

Give Me All the Hope!