Avery’s Testimony
I’m so excited to welcome our guest author, Avery Quick, as she shares her testimony with all of us! Avery married into the crazy Irvin side of our family and fits right in. She’s a talented artist, a loving mom and wife, and has become a dear friend of mine. I know you’ll be blessed … Continue reading Avery’s Testimony
Remember the love
When I was a young girl, she smacked my back to help me when I was choking, and I stayed mad at her for a long time, or so I’ve been told. What I do remember is that she was the aunt who would swoop into Nana’s living room with a giant smile on her … Continue reading Remember the love
Autism and the church
I’ve seen several resources for people on the spectrum learning to adapt to church ministry culture, but not much has been written for those steeped in church ministry culture to make space for people on the spectrum. So, I’ve spent part of my summer break working on this list. I’m not an expert, just a … Continue reading Autism and the church
Lessons along the way
I visited the Orofacial Pain Clinic at the University of Kentucky last Thursday and finally got to see doctors specializing in TMJ/TMD. I’m excited to share some insights I’ve gained. Sometimes, I experience intense pain in my jaw, neck, and entire face that accompanies my headaches. There are moments when my jaw locks up. I’ve … Continue reading Lessons along the way
Some kings
I’m studying for my New Testament final, and a disturbing thought crossed my mind. I figure that if I have to be disturbed, you should be, too! So, I’m just gonna leave this right here: The same king who ordered the brutal massacre of male children to protect his power is the very same king … Continue reading Some kings
Mandated Inclusion?
Nobody wants to have a rule that mandates their inclusion in an organization they are already a part of. Unfortunately, we’ve had to implement those kinds of rules. But they have been necessary. Without the legislature, women wouldn’t have been able to fill leadership roles in my denomination. Many of our leaders boast of the … Continue reading Mandated Inclusion?
If the Word is Alive
If the Word is alive And I know that it is It doesn’t matter where I am My every breath is His If the Living Word’s active And alone can satisfy Then His unrelenting passion Won’t leave me out to dry If it’s sharper than a two-edged sword Piercing unseen realities Then distance cannot stop … Continue reading If the Word is Alive
Mixed Emotions
One of my favorite podcasts is Hidden Brain. The latest episode discusses the benefits of having mixed emotions and is thought-provoking. Consider this- When people want a leader, they gravitate toward those who exemplify certainty, someone who can come to a decision and move on. These confident leaders present themselves as decisive, even if those … Continue reading Mixed Emotions
The Power of the Tongue
Scripture reads that life and death are in the power of the tongue and those who love it will eat it’s fruit. Proverbs 18:21. Someone whose opinion I highly regarded once told me that “everything I ever say is critical.” And it hurt me. I felt they had misjudged my character, and that they didn’t … Continue reading The Power of the Tongue
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