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Must I Reconcile Now That He’s Saved?
Morning friend, I’ve been chewing on a quote for a few weeks now: It says…. “People mothered beyond fear are not so easily managed or administered or intimidated.” – Walter Brueggemann I love his use of the verb “mothered”. Have you been mothered beyond fear? What might be possible for you if you didn’t live afraid? Afraid of failure. Afraid…
When You See the Truth They Can’t: A Mother’s Quiet Strength
Dear Beloved Reader, I’ve had a beautiful June so far—one that surprised me with healing in the most unexpected places. I took time to visit some of my old stomping grounds, and somehow, walking familiar paths reminded me how far I’ve come. There’s something about returning to the places that shaped us that also helps us reclaim and redeem the…
His Drinking Is Destroying Our Marriage. Help.
Morning friend, I’ve had an amazing trip in Italy staying in Assisi and finishing up in Rome. This was a bucket list trip with my sister, where we took time to “be still and know that He is God.” Each morning we sat in quiet stillness, walked in beauty slowly and thoughtfully, met the most amazing people, had profound spiritual…
I Freeze When He Gets Mad. Help
Morning friend, Thanks for your prayers. This retreat is just what I needed. I’m learning stillness and quiet in a new way. I’ll share more when I return but keep praying. I will be here a few more days. This week’s question: I need help determining what to do. My husband of 23 years has always been out there with…
Can I Leave? I Don’t Trust Him
Morning friend, I am headed to Italy with my sister for a spiritual reset/retreat. We will be staying in Assisi, home of St. Francis, and will have lots of time to think, pray, walk, and enjoy God’s beauty. Pray for our safety and renewal. This has been on our bucket list for a number of years and I can hardly…
Are You Addicted To Hopium? Naive Hope Verses Certain Hope
Hello! Whether you are new to the LV&Co community or have been reading the blog for years, we appreciate you. May is mental health awareness month. What are you doing to care for your mental health? It is my desire that all of you grow and thrive in this community. Your wellbeing is important. I pray that you feel God’s…
When Healing Costs You: Choosing Truth When It Hurts Most
Dear Beloved Reader, May is a tender and powerful month for me. It is my birthday month, a season of reflection, and this year, a sacred journey.. For several months, I have been preparing to share at the Called to Peace Women’s Conference, and as I pray over my time there, God keeps bringing me back to a simple, tarnished…
I Feel Guilty for Wanting to Leave, but Is It Guilt?
Morning Friend, I’m traveling to the Called to Peace Retreat in North Carolina. If you’re going to be there, please stop me and say hello. In May I have a big month of travel and I’d appreciate your prayers for health and safety. This week’s Question: I have been married to my husband for almost 4 years, and we have…
Why Do I Feel Guilty?
Morning friend, We just celebrated Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday. But I’ve been stuck pondering Saturday. The day between the horror and the hope. The day for the silent pause of not knowing yet still waiting. The “not yet” space we all hate to be in. I wonder if most of life feels like Saturday. The not yet space. The…