Your Very Hairs Are Numbered
There was a season when my teenage son was very ill and I struggled with God as a result. I never lost faith in His divinity or my eternal home with Him, but I decided that He was not involved in the...
Author: Laura Colella
A New Heart
Have you ever heard that birth order can influence personality? Take a moment to think of the first-born children you know. You may think of them as dependable rule followers, while second-born...
The Exclusive Inclusive Banquet
Have you ever been to a glamorous wedding? Weddings tend to be beautiful events, but the really glamorous ones have me thinking. There is so much time and attention given to that one day.
He’s Perfect So We Don’t Have To Be
I often say I’m a recovering perfectionist. And while I’m usually joking, there’s also some truth to it. Perfectionism can show up in different ways. I had a friend who would rewrite her journal...
Look For The Well
There’s a big difference between vending machines and wells. The former gives you a variety of options. The latter offers one choice: take it or leave it. If you are in the mood for sugar and...
It’s A Comma, Not A Period
Line up one hundred Christians and ask them, “What’s the worst sin?” You’ll get a lot of answers. Maybe we should get Steve Harvey to take a poll for Family Feud and find out which ones rise...
Pure Love
My husband Scott died over three years ago. We were together for 42 years. I know I will see him in the next reality. I know he is with Jesus. I look forward to holding his hand and feeling his hugs...
Fidelity Is Essential
When studying Hebrews a while ago, I learned that the new Christ-followers were having difficulty maintaining their fidelity or faithfulness, to God.
Can We Lose The Awe Of Intimacy?
Before we talk about creation and intimacy, I have an announcement: I became a grandfather this year. It’s a huge milestone for our family. But it’s also an eye-opener. The introduction of my...