Every year, I set a few personal goals to achieve on a monthly basis. Things like going on at least one hike, dedicating time to one volunteer activity, and finishing one book. Usually, I pick each book as the months go by, but for this coming year I’ve decided to plan ahead and choose all 12 books in advance. Over the years, I’ve collected quite a few that I haven’t gotten around to reading, so it’s time to catch up before I let myself buy any more. I want to finally make my

This question led me down a rabbit hole. After the assassination of Charlie Kirk this year, it felt like a lot of people were suddenly talking about God, church, faith, repentance, and America “getting back to its Christian roots.” I kept seeing posts about revival, full churches, bible sales being at an all time high and people turning to Christ in their grief and fear. At the very same time, I was hearing on various podcasts and social accounts that Islam is actually the f

Something amazing happened during my Lectio Divina yesterday. It brought me to tears and has completely changed the way I will live my life moving forward. Let me rewind to give you some background and context. I’ve always had a hard time making friends. Don’t get me wrong, I HAVE friends (most from childhood and young adulthood), but I’m kind of an introvert (despite not seeming that way), and I prefer hanging out with people one on one or in very small groups. People also t

Why I’m Vegan And How I Found Peace With It Biblically People often ask me why I’m vegan, and the truth is simple and deeply personal: I’m vegan because I love animals SO MUCH, and because I care deeply about the planet we are leaving behind for future generations. Animals have been a major part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve raised them, rescued them, cared for them, and cried over them. I’ve seen their intelligence, their fears, their emotions, and the way

Do you have a wellness warrior, faith filled friend, avid traveler, or outdoor enthusiast to shop for? If the answer is yes, then I have some AWESOME shopping ideas for you! I try to stay in my lane and only tackle categories that I am familiar with and KNOW people with these hobbies or passions would like. Keep in mind that this isn't a Christmas specific shopping list, it's for gifts ANY time of year! Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, congratulatory or just because! I've

Annulments: What They Are, Where They Come From, and How God Sees Them Recently, I came across a post by a Catholic woman I follow online. She was sharing her beliefs about how the Catholic Church does not affirm same-sex marriage, and she did so respectfully and calmly… yet the comment section erupted. People began calling her judgmental, hypocritical, and unloving. Many pointed out that she herself was divorced and remarried, as if that somehow disqualified her from speakin

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 Our world is aching. From war zones to hidden prisons, from famine to persecution; millions are suffering right now. But even when the pain feels too great to grasp, God still hears every cry. Last week, I felt led to pause and pray for five places where hearts are breaking and hope feels distant. I actually posted about this already on social media but totally forgot to hit “pub

Below you will find my “go to” podcasts in 2025, in NO particular order. I absolutely love listening to podcasts, the genres I listen to are quite diverse and sometimes, I’ll find a new podcast and binge a handful of episodes that sound super promising, but then it just kinda goes downhill. I won’t be sharing those on my “recommended listening lists”, despite them having a handful of good episodes. The following podcasts though, are peak listening overall and have captured my

My daughter once looked at me and said, “The only person that loves animals more than you, is God.” She might be right. My love for animals doesn’t even come close to the depth of God’s love for His creation, but it’s still something that He placed deep within me. From the tiniest wild creature, to the pets curled up at on our lap, animals reflect the beauty and creativity of the God who made them. Scripture reminds us that not one sparrow falls to the ground without our Fath

I told myself I was going to try to read 1 book per month in 2023. I knew it was a lofty goal but I set it anyway. I didn't read 12...

The world tells us that self-care is about doing whatever makes us feel good…spa days, shopping, or escaping from responsibilities for a while. While some of these things can refresh us, they often give only temporary relief and can leave us chasing the next quick fix. But God’s Word points us to a deeper, lasting kind of care. From the very beginning, God modeled rest when He finished creation (Genesis 2:2–3). Jesus Himself regularly withdrew to quiet places to pray (Luke 5:

For the past several years, God has put something very specific on my heart: to create spaces where people can hear real testimonies of His power, His mercy, and His ability to rescue, transform, and redeem. Since 2020, I’ve launched three other podcasts. While those weren’t Christian-based shows, they did reach the people they needed to reach in that season — and I’m grateful for the doors God opened through them. But this new podcast is different. This one is rooted in fa

The pandemic hit hard in many ways, however, it wasn’t all bad! One of the many benefits I noticed in my life was the increase in books...