Author Archives: Heart of the Matter

Time to Land That Helicopter: The Changing Role of Parents When Their Children Marry

I have loved being a mom. It has truly been my most fulfilling role in life. Of course, I’ve had other roles over the years. I’ve been a wife, daughter, granddaughter, elementary teacher, volunteer, Bible study leader, VBS worker and … Continue reading

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Generosity: The best of God’s spiritual fruit all rolled into one!

Generosity—the epitome of godly character. It is, at once: love, kindness, faithfulness and selflessness—a spring bouquet of spiritual fruit. Generosity comes in many forms. For instance, there is the act of giving one’s time to help another human being in … Continue reading

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Disciple vs Believer: Is there a difference?

“It is possible to know all about doctrine and still not know Jesus.” Oswald Chambers, My Utmost For His Highest. Over the years, there have been untold numbers of books written about faith, Christianity and Jesus Christ. Learned men have studied, … Continue reading

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Picking the Right Team (in soccer and in life)

  Recently, my husband and I had the joy of taking our 5 year old grandson to his soccer game while his parents were otherwise engaged. The task was a challenge for several reasons: This was a new league for … Continue reading

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Minimalist Christianity: Three Reasons Why it’s Not OK.

You go to church on Sunday mornings. You may even tithe occasionally—as long as there is nothing more pressing on which to spend your money. You walked the aisle as a young child and you know that you know, that you’re … Continue reading

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