{Book Review} and Free Book Giveaway: “The One Year Be-Tween You and God”
My thirteen-year-old daughter, Kennedy, and I recently reviewed Sandra Byrd's recently released "The One Year Be-Tween You & God", a devotional for girls ages 9-14. About the Book You have questions, some very personal and deep, others lighter and funny. In this devotional, bestselling teen and tween author Sandra Byrd…
Now or Later: The Pitfalls of Procrastination
It's ironic that I'm writing about the pitfalls of procrastination way past my bedtime! So trust me, I know of what I speak! Newsflash: I procrastinate. Not all of the time but I occasionally put off making that phone call, sending that email, cleaning off my desk...you get my drift. Sometimes, there's…
Dealing with Disappointment in Ministry
Poor attendance for an event that you've poured hours into. Feeling unappreciated. Being let down. Broken promises. Being overlooked. Feeling stuck. Not getting your budget increased. Not having a budget. Lack of volunteers. Lack of committed volunteers. Have you ever dealt with any of these scenarios in your ministry? Earlier…
What I Learned From NOT Attending the KidMin Conference
Many of my ministry colleagues are returning home today after five days in Chicago for Group's KidMin 2012 Conference. I was heartbroken that I had to cancel my registration at the last-minute, as I thoroughly enjoyed attending last year. As I reflect on the "conference that wasn't", my mind was…