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Hey Nancy! Can you explain sins of omission? How do you define that? Also, what makes a thought count as sin?

Hi Rita, I see this as a huge problem and a big stumbling block for people who might otherwise be willing to try church. I believe pastors should have enough for food and drink but should work outside of ministry if they want more than that. That would mean that bigger churches would likely...

Many Christians around me locally and online have claimed that Christians who don't attend church are lazy or don't truly love Jesus. Still, there are plenty of Christians who refuse because their local churches refuse to faithfully teach Scripture. The actual efforts they make in their faith...

Sometimes I just feel angry at everything. I hope it's just a pregnancy thing. I feel powerless. I know its wrong to fixate on not being able to move away. But I do it anyway.

Im turning 29 on Saturday. I feel good today.

Vanity and the desire for approval from others is still hindering my walk with God. I want others to approve of my views on obedience and righteousness. I get upset when it becomes clear others think Im too strict or focused on works. But it shouldn't matter. Even if no one else agrees on...

I feel better! My husband is having a short work day and is on his way home. I felt so good today, I got my hair together, did a good bit of cleaning, and now Im sitting outside while Naomi naps. Groceries are orderered for pickup, and I have a great dinner planned. In the past few days...

Pregnant with my second child, I lost my energy. All my habits and discipline gave way to pure survival. I didn't do much outside of keep baby girl taken care of. I didn't take care of myself and I stopped my Bible reading and eventually stopped praying. I was angry with God and not sustaining...

Dipping out of the Mother's Day service at my in-laws church. I'm a Mom too now so Im doing what I want. Naomi woke up constantly last night, the first two weeks of this month have been crazy, so I think I will see if any local restaurants are offering holiday discounts.

Still struggling but its taking over my emotions. Thankfully, I can see a counselor technically this afternoon. Baby's sleep schedule is off and others dont seem to understand that it affects me. So I guess I need to make them. I cant remember the last time I just got to sleep for 8 hours. Why...

Im glad you feel better!

Trying to recover from exhaustion and... the rising tide of crappy emotions from stuffing pain down to keep going. Energy is better but not great. I haven't been good to myself. Off the spiritual wagon. Everything sucks and I hate this stupid town with its bad food and ignorant foolish people...

Another failure. With a poker face, I said I was excited to turn 30 this month. He just gave me the side eye and said nothing till I burst out laughing. He knew what I was doing! Im not convincing enough. Besides, pretending not to know my age is too silly.

It's so easy to be distracted. It's shocking how fast the world can get into you---turning your head from Christ to the paltry pleasures this life has to offer. It's so good that we can turn again---humble ourselves before the Lord, let Jesus' Words wash over us, seek his forgiveness, and serve...

I want to remember this day. Yesterday, my fatigue was the worst it had ever been. Then, after a meal it all changed that evening. All the energy just came back, completely restored to pre-pregnancy levels. So today I asked my father-in-law to take Naomi and I to the park. My teenage sister in...

Quote of the year for me

Yesterday evening, I was determined to eat an actual meal. I wasn't hungry, I just wanted to feel better. My energy level and mood were the lowest ever. Then, my mood improved. And as the night went on, my energy level surged---even to pre pregnancy levels. That was a big deal. For the past...

Brethren, sistren, I failed. I was too obvious. Of course the Eiffel Tower isn't in Jamaica. Plus, I couldn't hold my face. Ill get him next time, though!!

That's a great idea!