The Eyes of My Heart

Simple thoughts.

A sentimental expression. As one year ends and another one begins, I find myself meditating on things God has been stirring my heart about. Sometimes it’s hard to put words to what you can only know with your heart but it’s worth trying. I hope my written feelings will make you long for more of…

When self is no longer your focus.

What does it mean to die to yourself? In our self-indulgent culture, the call of Christ to deny oneself by living a selfless life sounds extreme and unnecessary. Most Christians live their lives completely focused on themselves; their own dreams, their own heartaches, and their own insecurities. Messages of self are everywhere. Christian stores are…

More than just a beautiful face.

The power of a surrendered life. The ancient story of Esther speaks so much to us today if we but open our hearts to hear. It stands to this day as a reminder of what God is able to do through a life that is fully His. Through Esther, God saved His people from annihilation…

The road less taken.

A taste of what it truly means to live for God. There is something so beautiful about coming to the end of yourself. Yes, that is probably the scariest and most uncomfortable place to be in, but it is the place where we can most clearly see the face of God. God makes Himself found…

A God-scripted vacation.

Surrendering your summer plans to God. Summer is one of my favorite seasons! Sunny weather makes everything so much brighter. I love wearing beautiful summer dresses and having my hair blown by the warm wind. I especially love summer nights when the fireflies are out and the air is sweetly scented. We all have our…

A fragrant offering.

Will your life bring God the highest of praise? Throughout history, there have been few who truly lived lives worthy of the calling they have received. These few were not afraid to stand alone or to be ridiculed because they didn’t fit the mold of the world around them. They did not rely on their…