When I talk to people about Jesus I often get objections. I guess I say objections because I worked in sales for a number of years and objections is our fancy term for excuses. Now, I don’t say excuses to say that some are not valid. As a matter of fact, most objections/excuses that people [...]

Recognize this phrase?
This famous slogan for Outback Steakhouse could also apply to Christianity. Before you think I am saying that Christianity has no guidelines, hold on. Hear me through on this one. Take in the big picture.
So many today have turned Christianity into a list of rules that define “living right.” Tell the truth. Don’t [...]

Ok… First of all it’s confession time. Yes, I have a problem. I actually enjoy “chick flicks.” Yes, those movies that get all girly and make you teary-eyed. I enjoy them.
I have to confess this as I prepare this entry, because I just watched the movie “Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.” I have to confess [...]

Tonight the Belpre church had a special fellowship in our honor after class. It was very emotional and touching. Sometimes you never realize how many lives you touch until you leave somewhere. In an odd way, it reminds me of my mom’s funeral. I never realized how many people my mom had an impact on [...]

Well, before I head to bed I want to comment about the football game I just watched. It was a back and forth battle between the Chargers and Steelers. Of course I wanted the Steelers to win…and they did!
Reflecting on the game, our walk with God is often similar. We have ups and downs. Sometimes [...]

Today I have been thinking a lot about the teens here at Belpre. I will miss so many of them. We have some incredible relationships and my heart aches as I think about moving away…
Sheena – I will miss seeing her sitting on my love seat for hours at a time talking to Michelle and [...]

Any time I move, I remember how much I don’t enjoy it. So many things to box up and get ready. Books. Furniture. Clothes. Etc…
How much easier would it be to move if I could just leave everything here and leave? I think I would enjoy moving a lot more if I didn’t have to [...]