“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For […]
Catherine Gates
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I love to drive. When given the option to fly or drive to a city within 5 or 6 hours, I would much rather drive. I enjoy the comfort of my own vehicle listening to music or podcasts, talking to people, and talking to God. I can stop when I […]
There is no such thing as work-life balance. There, I said it. Work-life balance is a social construct that points us in the wrong direction, pitting work against life. The phrase “work-life” suggests that work is not part of life but something you struggle through so you can get to […]
What challenge are you facing right now that looks insurmountable? Have you been straining toward a goal that appears unreachable? Perhaps you have a dream that seems unattainable. I want to encourage you today. No matter what you are facing, God is with you, He is for you and He […]
If these last couple of years have been draining for you, one of the contributing factors is likely the isolation you’ve experienced from too many Zoom meetings and not enough real connection. Whether you’re an introvert and love working from home or an extrovert, like me, looking for every opportunity […]
So many women are being hyper-stretched right now. Oh, we’ve been stretched before, but some of us are in danger of snapping. Demands seem extra heavy. Many are navigating havoc in their work, caring for ailing family members and the chaos of their children’s schedules. Whether you’re facing an increased […]
Do you ever wish God would show you what to do when you’re facing a difficult situation at work, or any area of life, that you’re just not sure how to handle? The fact is, God wants you to turn to Him in your work so He can provide direction. […]
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” ―Matthew 11:29-30 The demands of work can be relentless. Crazy deadlines, unforeseen complications, unexpected resignations, […]
Divisiveness, tension, fear, anger, hostility, conflict, mistrust, violence—read the news in mainstream media or social media and this is what you will be hit with almost daily. We’re divided by our politics. We divide ourselves over the color of our skin and ethnicity. We divide and fight over mask or […]
I recently decided to pick up the cello again, after not playing for 27 years (right after my son was born). My goal was to enjoy whatever I was able to do – not to put any pressure on myself to perform, but to use this as a way to […]