Suffering with hope

What the Year 2020 Has Taught Me

STEADFASTNESS. This has been the theme of the year for me.  ~Steadfastness in persevering and seeking to honor the Lord in my days, despite a body of pain.  ~Steadfastness in circumstances that carry a level of stress that has taken a toll on my body, mind, and emotions in countless ways.  ~Steadfastness in parenting through… Continue reading What the Year 2020 Has Taught Me

Gospel living, Treasures Found in the Trials of Life

What Does It Really Mean to Be Blessed?

I often hear statements such as, "I am so blessed to have three healthy children!" or "I received the promotion that I've been waiting for...I feel so blessed!" or "We just bought the home of our dreams. We are incredibly blessed!" or "We are blessed to live in a country of such comfort, freedom, and… Continue reading What Does It Really Mean to Be Blessed?