By Katie Heid We’ve all either been the perpetrator of awkward comments or on the receiving end of them. We blurt out trite condolences at funerals. We offer a muddled, “It was God’s plan” to a friend who’s miscarried. We…
Awkward… Naturally
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Finding Rest in God’s Faithfulness
I have been writing for some time now on finding rest in God, and studying Sabbath Rest has been refreshing at times, but also frustrating. The thesis of Sabbath is resting in God. My imagination takes me to swinging in…
Honoring Courage…
Quotes from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ~ “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” “The function of…
Facing the After Christmas Let-Down
By Katie Heid The Christmas tree is finally down in my home. We’ve gorged ourselves on the remaining sweets. Tinsel and ornaments are tucked away, and the outside lights no longer illuminate the neighborhood. Those wonderful sights of Christmas anticipation…
The Case of Dr. Jekyl and Mrs. Heid
By Katie Heid Christmas vacation has ended and change is upon me. It’s the moment when I morph from “Vacation Me” into “Regular Me” and take on all the uptight, flustered crazy that comes with it. Allow me to introduce…