Everyday Life
Three Tips for Summer Success
The truth is, the beginning of summer always rattles me a bit. Although some find it liberating and a fantastic change of pace, I find it to be
Arise Ministries
May 16, 2017
Arise Blog
Building Character
3 Must-Have Stamps for Your Passport
I love passports. It’s exciting to see the colorful stamps randomly placed in that tiny book, representing destinations from all over the globe. Each one of them tells
Arise Ministries
March 28, 2017
Legacy of Faith
I Have Decided to Follow Jesus
A few years ago I spoke at a conference with the theme: Though None Go with Me. Once I heard the title, my mind started racing with all that
Arise Ministries
March 21, 2017
Building Character
Life is a Ski Hill
I am a wife, a mother, a speaker and a writer. I am not a skier. This winter was my 14th time to suit up and brave the chair
Arise Ministries
January 31, 2017
Building Character
What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?
Once upon a time, I knew drama well. It started with the father of my child, whom I had been with for eight years and engaged to, tell me
Arise Ministries
December 13, 2016
Emotions
Restored: Ungodly Soul Ties
Years ago, when I was deeply entrenched in the unhealthy world of reality shows, I was a big fan of “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.” Dr. Drew Pinsky,
Arise Ministries
October 7, 2016
Grief & Loss
Will I Ever Get Beyond “This?”
You’re likely reading this blog post because you wrestle with an emotion that torments you or will not leave you alone for a lickety-slit-second! I get that! For
Arise Ministries
September 27, 2016
Everyday Life
The Blessing of Routine
Some time ago I received an e-mail asking me to describe myself by answering a series of questions. Then I was to send it to all my friends
Arise Ministries
September 23, 2016
Emotions
You Are Not Alone
As I sat on the church pew, my tears flowed down my cheeks faster than I could wipe them away. Well-known discouraging and belittling thoughts bounced around my
Arise Ministries
September 16, 2016
Everyday Life
From One Woman to Another
In this world of busy, may I encourage you please… We have forgotten. We have forgotten our worth. We have forgotten our name. We have forgotten our Father.
Arise Ministries
September 8, 2016