Episode 70: 1 John 2:8

Summary Praying 1 John 2:8 Transcription Before we get into our prayer today, I wanted to let you know some exciting news. My book, Yes, Father: A Daughter’s Journey to Forgiveness will be on sale on Amazon through December so that you get the best option while Christmas shopping. I pray you will consider whatContinue reading “Episode 70: 1 John 2:8”

Episode 69: Isaiah 35:8-10

Summary Praying Isaiah 35:8-10 Transcription Before we get into our prayer today, I wanted to let you know some exciting news. My book, Yes, Father: A Daughter’s Journey to Forgiveness will be on sale on Amazon through December so that you get the best option while Christmas shopping. I pray you will consider what caregiversContinue reading “Episode 69: Isaiah 35:8-10”

Caregiving 101: Part Four: Feeling Alone

I took deep breaths, frantically thinking through the implications of my decision. It was hard to keep calm when I so desperately wanted to do the right thing. I had a specific deadline to meet to move my dad from his current unsafe living situation by himself in an apartment. I had done research, IContinue reading “Caregiving 101: Part Four: Feeling Alone”

Episode 68: Psalm 81:10,16

Summary Praying Psalm 81:10,16 Transcription Today’s verse is Psalm 81:10,16. I am the Lord your God,    who brought you up out of Egypt.Open wide your mouth and I will fill it. But you would be fed with the finest of wheat;    with honey from the rock I would satisfy you. Let’s pray together. Today I reflect onContinue reading “Episode 68: Psalm 81:10,16”

Episode 67: Psalm 63:6-8

Summary Praying Psalm 63:6-8 Transcription Today’s verse is Psalm 63:6-8 On my bed I remember You;    I think of You through the watches of the night.Because You are my help,    I sing in the shadow of Your wings.I cling to You;    Your right hand upholds me. Let’s pray together. God, the night is an interesting time. I amContinue reading “Episode 67: Psalm 63:6-8”

Episode 66: Joshua 1:9

Summary Praying Joshua 1:9 Transcription Today’s verse is Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Let’s pray together. Jesus, I am afraid of the future. I am afraid of the past.Continue reading “Episode 66: Joshua 1:9”

Episode 65: Psalm 51:10-12

Summary Praying Psalm 51:10-12 Transcription Today’s verse is Psalm 51:10-12 Create in me a pure heart, O God,    and renew a steadfast spirit within me.Do not cast me from your presence    or take your Holy Spirit from me.Restore to me the joy of your salvation    and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me. Let’s pray together. LORD,Continue reading “Episode 65: Psalm 51:10-12”

Caregiving 101: Part Three: Balance and Boundaries

It was 4:30 am. My phone vibrated incessantly next to me. I blinked blearily at the screen, recognizing it was Dad. Again. I had lost count of how many times he’d called me already. I had as many messages as I did missed calls. Each voicemail was similar: I was trying to steal his money,Continue reading “Caregiving 101: Part Three: Balance and Boundaries”

Caregiving 101. Part Two: Changes

As you begin to live the caregiving life, you will notice changes: behavioral, mental, emotional, and physical. Handling these changes will be a big part of your life. A caregiver watches someone transform before their eyes. It is incredibly painful, seeing the person you know disappear. But whether the changes are subtle or sudden, theyContinue reading “Caregiving 101. Part Two: Changes”