When my daughter Avery Grace was six, she turned her big brown eyes up at me and asked, “Why does Santa check his list twice?” She paused, then said, “Wait, I know. Is it because anyone can change?” I stood dumbstruck for a moment, awed that such little-girl cuteness could offer such old-soul ...
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Three Psalms to Inspire Gratitude
Gratitude is so good for our hearts. It reminds us to look past today's temporary troubles to see the big picture of God's everlasting care and concern. It reminds us that life is not as dark as it sometimes feels. It heals our wounds and protects us from bitterness. It reminds us of God's ...
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Answering Skeptics by Douglas Jacoby: Review and Giveaway!
First, before we get to the good stuff (a giveaway of a SIGNED BOOK from one of my favorite writers!)...a quick life update. It's been quiet around here. Like, graveyard quiet. But I promise I haven't died—and neither has Lizzy Life! I just had to put myself on total writing and family lockdown from ...
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When Waiting Is Quiet
I’m sitting in the doctor’s waiting room, magazine in hand. The room is filled with people, but they’re unnaturally quiet—so quiet I can hear the clock on the wall marking lost time…all the wasted life I’ll never get back because I spent it breathing stale air in this crowded room.
I flip a page ...
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