by Kit | Dec 12, 2017 | Advent Reflections
Five days before Christmas, I sat in a booth with a marble table, swallowing a bite of mint-chip ice cream I’d barely tasted. “Okay,” I said. “Let’s schedule it.” Garth’s eyes danced. “We’re gonna have a baby tomorrow?” I smiled. “We’re gonna have a baby tomorrow.”...
by Kit | Dec 4, 2017 | Advent Reflections, Uncategorized
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already observing Advent, even if you’re not sure what Advent is. In the 1960s, kids like me growing up near Pacific Grove, California had something major to anticipate in addition to Christmas Day. We...
by Kit | Dec 27, 2016 | Advent Reflections
And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. -Romans 5:5 On this 20-degree day after Christmas, a little boy across the street bounces with...
by Kit | Dec 20, 2016 | Advent Reflections
Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. -Psalm 23:6 Before my dad lost his battle with lung cancer, he helped me memorize Psalm 23. The year I graduated from high school,...
by Kit | Dec 15, 2016 | Advent Reflections
*Hey friends, as 2016 comes to a close, are you reeling from the snowball effect of challenging life events? Could you use some more peace of mind and joy of heart? I hope you’ll join me as I reflect on John Piper’s daily Advent readings. In the...
by Kit | Dec 14, 2016 | Advent Reflections
Mary asked the angel, “But how can this happen?” -Luke 1:34 It’s morning as Garth and I stand together at the kitchen window, cradling glasses of fresh-pressed juice and watching the snow fall. “You have to make your health priority...
