Building Character
Waiting on God’s Timing
Tell me you hate waiting as much as I do. I need to know I’m not the only one. I crave instant results and immediate gratification. I want
Arise Ministries
October 1, 2019
Arise Blog
Building Character
Leave Everything Better Than You Found It
Recently I was asked to name a favorite quote that encapsulated my personal motto. I knew immediately what mine was. No hesitation. “Leave everything better than you found
Arise Ministries
September 24, 2019
Everyday Life
Squashed Bugs and Rules
How many times did you tell your 2-year-old “no”? Not because you didn’t love them or wanted to be mean, but because you were protecting or teaching them.
Arise Ministries
September 3, 2019
Building Character
9 Tips from Teachers to Foster Your Child’s Success
Another school year is upon us and we’re already thinking about the supply lists, schedule pick up, meet the teacher night, and a plethora of additional things that
Arise Ministries
August 13, 2019
Building Character
I Want to Be a Noah
Sleep eluded me as I snuggled beneath the covers on a stormy, summer night. The glow from the alarm clock continually reminded me of the late hour and my
Arise Ministries
July 23, 2019
Life Lessons
Holy Spirit
Have you ever needed direction, wisdom, or an answer to a problem that is not settled? Perhaps you’ve even semi prayed about it, but there’s still no peace.
Arise Ministries
July 16, 2019
Everyday Life
Anchored in the Storm
I’ve discovered one thing about life. If I’m in a calm season where all is going well, I need to enjoy it because…well, tomorrow is a new day.
Arise Ministries
June 25, 2019
Building Character
One Thing Leads to Another
A few years ago I began a renovation project on my house after pinching pennies for years to save enough to get rid of skanky carpet and 1980’s
Arise Ministries
March 19, 2019
Emotions
When Thoughts of Suicide Slide In
You’re likely reading this blog because you or someone you know has considered thoughts of suicide or you’re curious about why I’d write on this topic. Actually, in
Arise Ministries
March 12, 2019
Building Character
Building Blocks, Not Detours
From the minute I crossed the threshold of my first-grade classroom, I knew that a school was where I wanted to spend the rest of my life. The
Arise Ministries
February 19, 2019