If you are tired
I’m tired today. Are you? This past weekend was Labor Day Weekend and we had gorgeous–turn off the a/c and open the windows–kind of weather. For me, more time was
Read MoreAuthor: Melissa Logsdon
Taste and See: A Deeper Look
My brother recently asked me how long it takes to prepare for a sermon. I tried to give him an exact amount of time–maybe 4 hours? I’m never quite sure
Read MoreFed with Justice
This morning I got up reflecting on the value of the Revised Lectionary as a resource for reading the Bible. I didn’t grow up in a church that used the
Read MoreA Doorway into Prayer
Hello NCF family and friends! I have a personal prayer update to share with you. After a week of increased pain around my port, heart palpitations, chest pain and shortness
Read MoreYou Can’t Go Back
“There’s no going back.” “It’s never the same again.” Have you ever realized that? Have you ever fought against this idea? With every ounce of your being? Have you ever
Read MoreEven When
Usually when I read through Exodus, I’m whisked off into the drama playing out on the stage between Moses and Pharaoh, and all the Plagues, and all the drama of
Read MoreFasten to Glory
So much of scripture refers to the glory of God. And therefore, so many books and blogs have been written trying to explain the glory of God in a way
Read MoreLent: God for Us
“Lent is about nurturing a posture that holds all things lightly…” -Greg Pennoyer This quote came from a book that I found the other day while I was perusing the
Read MoreThe God Who Sees Us
Do you ever feel unseen? By God? By others? I do. This morning as I was reading the story of Hagar, I was reminded of the reality that we are
Read MoreWord for the Year
I used to do New Year’s Resolutions. As many resolutions go…I’d get to the end of the year and realize that despite my best efforts (or really none at all)
Read More