by gwhope_admin | Jul 9, 2015 | From the Heart
I used to believe expectations were synonymous with hope, but that seemed true only if I did not set unrealistic expectations in the first place. In my case, I dreamed of fostering the “perfect” home environment. I was a fan of the 70s television show The Waltons, and...
by gwhope_admin | Jul 1, 2015 | From the Heart
I never heard the phone ring, but my husband’s voice jolted me awake. “Cindy, Cindy, wake up. Answer the phone! Cindy, answer the phone!” It was 1:30 a.m. Was I dreaming? I wished I was. The message would alter my life forever. My oldest sister had just been killed in...
by gwhope_admin | Mar 5, 2015 | Living it Out
Several people I know, including myself, are muddling through transitions. Some of these uncomfortable places feel like restlessness or that awkward limbo when we try to figure out God’s will for a new season. Some transitions happen automatically because of the...
by gwhope_admin | Jan 22, 2015 | Connecting to God
Recently my Bible study group examined Gideon’s story. While this narrative is short – only three chapters within the book of Judges – it is packed with powerful lessons we can apply to our Christian walk. On one particular week we focused on God’s...
by gwhope_admin | Sep 25, 2014 | Living it Out
Life as I have known it for the past decade will soon change. After 12 years as a stay-at-home mom, I am returning to work outside the home. It is out of financial necessity that I am making this leap. Bills need to be paid, and economic uncertainty with my...
