Suffering and Friendship: Focusing on the Bigger Picture
Based on Philippians 1:12-30 About six months into our daughter’s cancer journey, our pastor asked if I would speak to the church. He specifically hoped I could encourage the body of Christ by helping them see how God was providing…
Suffering and Friendship: 3 Counter-Cultural Prayers for Your Friends
When I thank my friends, it’s usually for something they have done. But Paul begins his letter to the Philippians by thanking them for who they are. He thanks God for them, and prays for them with joy. He holds…
New Blog Series: Suffering and Friendship (Based on Paul’s Letter to the Philippians)
Several years ago a friend gifted me a beautiful scarf as a thank you for serving her during an extremely challenging season. She didn’t need to give me anything. I certainly hadn’t been expecting anything. But it has served as…
Encouraging Resource: How to Pray Using Scripture
I’ve been doing a Summer Scripture Series on Instagram and Facebook. On Monday mornings I post a Scripture verse, and an example of how to use that verse to pray. I know that not all of you are on social…
