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One principle I’ve returned to again and again in my journey of seeking Peace with Food has been this: Use the resources you have. This principle showed up often during that season, and when Peace with Food was published in 2015, it even had a chapter all its own. (Page 194 for any of youContinue reading “Use the Resources You Have”

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned during what I call my “perfect storm” these past few years is this: I’ve come to see there is ONE true Source. Everything else in my life functions as a resource. For me, that Source is God. “Yet for us there is but one God, the Father, whoContinue reading “One Source – Everything Else Is Just A Resource”

So where are you in the journey from acorn to oak? Are you just beginning — an acorn ready to be planted? A seedling or sapling? Or are you further along — roots deep, branches wide, offering shade to others? Wherever you are, Scripture speaks to you. If You’re Young — Plant Early, Nurture, &Continue reading “An Invitation for Every Season”

“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story—those he redeemed from the hand of the foe.” —Psalm 107:2 (NIV) I know I’ve shared pieces of this in previous posts, but I feel so compelled to tell the story of the freedom I’ve experienced in Christ. Maybe it’s because this has been a 40+ yearContinue reading “Let the Redeemed Tell Their Story”

Have you ever read a verse like this and felt instantly overwhelmed? “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances.” —1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NIV) Or verses that tell us to be patient, be gentle, be self-controlled… And thought: How am I supposed to do that when I’m not patient… or joyful… or self-controlled rightContinue reading “When God’s Commands Feel Overwhelming”

In my last post I shared that not every season is meant for goal-setting. Some seasons are for healing. And that is essential. But this post is for those who are ready to grow. That might be you if you are sensing a stirring of… fresh hope new possibilities a desire for things to lookContinue reading “Healthy Things Grow”

Thanks for walking through these posts on habits with me. This may be the last post in the series — but you never know. Still, you might be asking: What happens when you try everything and the habits still won’t stick? If effort isn’t bringing traction, it may be time to go upstream. Check yourContinue reading “When Habits Just Won’t Stick”