we can’t fly solo
I’m in Heaven. I’m surrounded by women running after their dream. Who get me. Who listen, and who I love to listen to…
We all need that, don’t we?
she speaksI’m tearing my attention away from Elle to focus on one of the best conferences for women who feel called to write and/or speak: She Speaks!
what a privilegeI met by phone last night with Regina Marshall and 10 other beautiful ladies who were studying The Mom I Want to Be. They asked great questions and it was clear that Regina and her co-leader were doing a great job connecting with women as they discussed the tough stuff, prepared to grow through it.
I love hearing from women who are determined to give their children something greater. As we discussed last night, it’s hard work and sometimes it’s messy. It’s messy to forgive when your feelings aren’t quite there yet, but you want to be whole. It’s messy when you’re ready to become a great mom, and your own mom is an addict.
But messy or not, these women will emerge as strong woman of faith — not perfect — but determined, joy-filled, and their children will gain the fruit of that transformation.
If you are leading a Bible study group for The Mom I Want to Be: Rising Above Your Past to Give Your Kids a Great Future, let me know. I’d love to call in and sit in on one of your sessions. I’d love to answer questions, pray with your group, and just make some new friends.
Suz
dreaming
We’ve been on a journey with a very specific goal these past four years. Richard’s carried the heaviest loads in school, and for the past two years worked full-time. Goal? Graduation w/Masters and license in December, 2010.
When we rounded the corner of 2010, suddenly the goal felt like a reality. When he finished this spring semester, one of the most intense yet, the weight lifted a little and dreaming began. (more…)
God showed up!
This past weekend was amazing. The scenery was incredible. High in the Rockies, snow swirling. A quaint skiing community with pine trees caked in white powder, snug against the highest mountain peaks.
But there are others pictures in my heart. Like the 20-something woman wrapped in an older woman’s arms, sitting against the wall lost in God as they prayed together. Or the women who clustered together, laughing and having a blast. Or the women who pulled me aside after, sharing their heart and their stories. Their friendship. Their faith.
I love it when God shows up. I love it when I know that a pivotal moment has taken place, that transformation or a new perspective will take a woman in an entirely different direction.
I love it when I’m at a retreat and God ministers to me through incredible worship, or new friends. I left exhausted (Oklahoma sea level lungs were working to adjust!), but exhilarated.
I love what I do, but without God’s presence it would be just another event. I love that He showed up.
Thank you, Aurora women, for allowing me to be a small part of such an amazing weekend. I hope I see you again, real soon.
Suzie
God and His girlsI’m leaving in a couple of hours for Denver, CO to meet with the women at Aurora AG in Breckenridge. My heart is full. The theme is “Breaking Free” and that’s exactly what I believe will take place this weekend.
Speaking is a vulnerable adventure. But this morning I prayed and felt God’s presence and His leading. Once again I was reminded that this weekend has nothing to do with me, and thank goodness it doesn’t. He has appointments waiting for some of his girls in Colorado.
I’ll share more when I get home, but I’d love your prayers.
Today I’m grateful for ministry life. I’m grateful for a God who transforms, whose Word is powerful. I’m grateful for you.
Have an amazing rest of the week!
Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker columnist, and author T. Suzanne Eller shares how to live free when you've felt broken, how to nurture family regardless of the obstacles, and how to deepen intimacy with a relevant and life-changing Savior.
