Rediscovering the Why

Rediscovering the Why

Revisiting and reiterating one’s life purpose is a necessary practice for staying on course. As part of this pursuit, it's critical that we create space to reflect and spend some time disengaging our preoccupied minds and warming our hearts that naturally grow cold and unfeeling when we fail to unplug.

Soul-Care from the Cave

Soul-Care from the Cave

David was no stranger to caves. But this cave was more than a place of shelter for a tired shepherd boy. It was a place where he would learn resilience- how to relate to God in times of deep loss and confusion. How to steady his feet on God's promises and forge ahead with hope. Here are some ways we can learn, like David, to practice soul-care in the cave:

Five Benefits of Healthy Goodbyes

Five Benefits of Healthy Goodbyes

Research and personal experience reveal just how critical healthy goodbyes are to the transition process. Yes, even for the introverts among us who would rather board the plane and save the goodbyes for later! Here are five benefits of saying meaningful, healthy goodbyes...

Crossroads and the Big Decisions

Crossroads and the Big Decisions

God’s way, I've come to realize, is transition. And it works its wonders differently each time. One thing is certain: transition leads us to the crossroads of decision. Here are some important steps to take when navigating your transition crossroads...

Life After Transition

Life After Transition

God has his own way of getting us ready for change. Transition is a process of letting go, grieving the losses, celebrating the past, and moving forward by faith into a new season of life and ministry. 

Remembering the Why: Memory and Motivation

Remembering the Why: Memory and Motivation

Faith is rooted in memory, and we are stewards of them both. When we take the time to remember well, we lay the groundwork for increased motivation and giving back to our neighbors and communities. Read more about how to pay it forward!

Forever Friends and Random Places We've Lived

Forever Friends and Random Places We've Lived

The ups and downs of transition are a good time to honor memories of people and places with a spirit of gratitude, to anchor ourselves in some part of our past when the future is uncertain.