Growing up in church, I thought all pastors’ families were supposed to be perfect. At least, that was what was to be portrayed. They were always smiling, always serving, always hospitable, and the children were always obedient (insert adult eye roll). And I don’t know how I acquired the false idea that some sins wereContinueContinue reading “Embrace the Grace”
Category Archives: When a Woman Finds Her Voice
Why I’m Afraid to Write My Story
I’ve been procrastinating, which is unlike me. I’ve decided that this is the year to tell my story, but I want to communicate it with redemption and hope. As I was trying to figure out why I felt so anxious whenever I thought of writing recently, I came up with this (probably partial) list ofContinueContinue reading “Why I’m Afraid to Write My Story”
Me Too . . . Again
When I logged back into my lonely blog, I discovered this half-written post. I don’t remember starting it, but it’s still applicable, so I cleaned it up and posted it. My biggest fear when it comes to sharing my story is that I’ll be judged, condemned, and rejected. What’s the worst thing that could happen ifContinueContinue reading “Me Too . . . Again”
Why Not? The Better Question
Ever asked God why bad things happen? To you? To your loved ones? To a whole country? Me too. All the time. But sometimes I wonder if the better question would be, “Why not me?” God never promises us that we’ll be exempt from life’s hardships. In fact, he pretty much says the opposite. Many reasonsContinueContinue reading “Why Not? The Better Question”
Connection: The Hard Choice
“Let’s connect this weekend at church.” “Let’s meet for coffee next week.” Sure, as long as I don’t have to share any of my personal issues. I’d love to hear about YOUR struggles, though. Only, real life community doesn’t work that way. It’s got to be a two-way street. Give and Take. Mutual sharing. YearsContinueContinue reading “Connection: The Hard Choice”
The Power of the Journal
Words have power. Sometimes when we can’t speak the words out loud, we can still harness their power by writing them. Sometimes just reading the words of Scripture can speak their power into our souls. Words reveal truth. My writer-daughter says she often doesn’t know what her characters will say or do until the wordsContinueContinue reading “The Power of the Journal”
Bethany LaShell 