The summer after we purchased our house, I planted 23 trees in my yard. I wanted something that would last. Something that would grow strong over time and bring beauty and shade to the people I love. Turns out, Jesus had something similar in mind when He talked about trees in Matthew 7. In a … Continue reading The Fruit Tells the Truth
We live in a world where everything seems to be about performance. Social media, workplace accolades, even acts of kindness—there’s often an unspoken question behind it all: Who’s watching me? But in Matthew 6:1–18, Jesus invites us to ask a deeper question: Why do you do what you do? In this powerful section of the … Continue reading Who Are You Performing For?
Learning to Pray Like Jesus Let’s be honest—prayer can be confusing. It feels like it should be simple, right? Just talk to God. But for many of us, prayer is anything but simple. We struggle to know what to say. We feel guilty that we don’t pray enough. And when we finally do sit down … Continue reading PRAY LIKE THIS
I had surgery today. Okay, so it wasn’t major surgery, but they DID cut me open, stitch me up, and seal the wound with some medical super glue and stitches! A couple of years ago, I noticed this weird... thing... on my leg. Most of the time, it didn’t hurt, but every once in a … Continue reading CUT IT OUT
What It Means to Have Influence: A Christian Perspective Influence is a powerful thing. We see it everywhere: in politics, social media, entertainment, and even within our own families. But as Christians, we’re called to a different kind of influence. It’s not about power or popularity; it’s about reflecting Christ in everything we do. Influence … Continue reading THE POWER OF INFLUENCE
What It REALLY MEANS When we think of the word "blessed," what comes to mind? Maybe a dream job, financial security, a healthy family, or the perfect vacation. If you scroll through social media, you'll see people posting about their new house, engagement, or promotion, with the hashtag #BLESSED. But when Jesus talks about blessing … Continue reading What It Means to Be Blessed
There's just something about getting our hands or our feet in the dirt that is good for our souls. I know- it sounds weird but it's true! I think it's maybe because man was formed from the dirt and then God gave us his breath to give us a soul. In the Bible, the Hebrew … Continue reading Cultivating a Healthy Soul: Saying Yes to the Invitation
I never thought I struggled with anxiety or mental health...until the world changed in 2020. A few months into the global pandemic I had a full-fledged mental health breakdown. I'll share more about that someday, but what I learned was the importance of mental health and making sure I was listening to the right voices. … Continue reading Whose Voice Are You Listening To? Finding Clarity in Chaos
I started 2025 with the goal to BE HEALTHY. So far, I've lost 20 pounds and done a lot of work to get healthier in body, mind, and spirit. If I've learned anything over the years of wanting to be healthy, I've learned that it takes intentionality and hard work to move towards health. Let’s … Continue reading BE HEALTHY: Honoring God With Our Bodies
My 8 year old son came home from school yesterday telling me that a student in his class was throwing pencils at their substitute teacher and calling her the "F word". When I asked what the teacher did to correct and discipline that behavior, he said she didn't do anything. This breaks my heart. This … Continue reading I HAVE A DREAM
ERIK LINDEEN 