The Body Keeps the Score has become the “Grand Unifying Theory” that trauma is the root of all behavioral, interpersonal, health, and social problems. How are Christians to think of trauma and suffering?
I sat on a psychologist’s couch every week for about six years as I processed some of the most difficult battles of my life. Every week, I would talk about my overwhelming feelings of sadness and loss, wondering if I… Read More »Why Biblical Counselling Is the Only True Solution for the Human Heart
We recently escaped to the Drakensberg for a few days and hiked our hearts out. Here are some of the awesome (and surprising) benefits of hiking for the body, mind and soul.
You are invited to join Nettie’s Book Club where we will explore books by well-renowned authors who will take us on a journey of discovery to a better understanding of our faith.
We are constantly finding ourselves in the middle of a process, or a race, whether it is in our pursuit of health, wealth or happiness. Endurance is needed in all aspects life to thrive through the middle of every stage, especially in our battle of faith.
I once heard a mother remark that the biggest reason for celebrating her toddler’s birthday is that she kept the child alive for another year. That is almost how I feel about my blog baby. This weekend I celebrate one year of Nettie’s Confetti!
Have you noticed? The sun is shining a bit brighter. The birds are chirping a bit louder. The days are getting longer and warmer. The smell of spring is in the air. The seasons are changing.
I do enjoy a good fixer-upper project but am by no means a DIY expert. It took a lot of Pinterest and Google research to finally get a plan together of how I would restore these old ladies. As I worked through the different stages of this daunting task, I realized how the process of restoring these old pieces of furniture can be a picture of how God works in our lives.
I just want a hug. I want to hug all those who are hurting. By nature, I am a healer, caretaker, fixer, and a helper. Physical touch is not my first love language, but I miss it terribly.
I don’t think there is a single soul that has escaped the far-reaching effects of the pandemic we are currently navigating. Here is how quarantine has schooled me (so far).