Spiritual Growth

4 Irritating Things I am Thankful for this Year

4 Irritating Things I am Thankful for this Year

Thanksgiving reminds me to be grateful in all seasons of life. Over the years, there have been seasons when I have been overwhelmed and frustrated with the daily medical interventions. God gently reminded me that the very things that sometimes feel irritating are the things I should be grateful to have for my girl.

The Beauty of Disability

The Beauty of Disability

My pastor was introducing a new sermon series about beauty when four words took up residence in my mind: the beauty of disability. If we believe that all people are created in the image of God, that includes those with disabilities. Therefore, I believe in the beauty of disability.

4 Ways to Reduce Summer Caregiving Fatigue

4 Ways to Reduce Summer Caregiving Fatigue

Summer with my family is a nice break from all the school year hustle and bustle. It’s a time to slow down and enjoy more family time. Then again, summer brings its own challenges. Here are some tricks I’ve learned in the past few years that help me stay mentally in a better place for a peaceful summer day.

God Uses Whatever It Takes to Grow our Reliance on Him

God Uses Whatever It Takes to Grow our Reliance on Him

God uses whatever it takes to grow our reliance on Him. He did it for Paul. He did it for my family. If you're raising a child with disabilities and special needs, you can be sure He is using your experience to grow your reliance, too. Here are some ways He may be growing your reliance on Him.

Worry? How Do We Not Worry?

Worry? How Do We Not Worry?

While recently listening to an afternoon radio program about “worry,” the woman being interviewed was asked, “I know God says not to worry, but how do we NOT worry?” When we worry, we don’t trust that God can make a way for us. For many of us, we’ve had years to learn this, and are still learning. What’s the key?