Encouragement
What is a Sabbatical and Who Should Take One?
When my counselor suggested I take a sabbatical I was a bit confused. Could I do that? Is that allowed? My rule-following self thought sabbaticals were formal and reserved for clergy and academia. I thought they were an “extended absence…
A New Blog Series on Sabbaticals!
When you hear the word “sabbatical” what comes to mind? I picture an older gentleman, a pastor or a professor, sitting in a cabin by a lake. It’s quiet. He’s removed from his normal commitments and schedule. He’s got a…
A Holy Exchange: How to trade anxiety for peace
We get to say, "Take these feelings God, and make me a Holy Exchange. Take these feelings, and give me your peace."
Our Children’s Tantrums and the Heart of God
Once again, I had reached my limit, and declared a “mommy-time-out”. The never-ending needs of my four young girls had worn me down. I felt drained of all the patience, kindness, and gentleness that I knew they needed. With four…
