Anchor Points

When I hear the word surrender, I usually think of someone giving themselves up after doing something wrong. It can sound like losing—losing freedom, losing control, losing the life they had before. But isn’t it interesting that some people meet Christ in prison and say that’s where they became truly free? Not because the walls disappeared, but because something inside them did. The weight, the ru...

There’s something powerful about a symphony before the music ever starts. The musicians are in place. The instruments are being prepared. The audience is waiting. And even before one note is played, something meaningful is already happening. It made me think about how often we only recognize life, purpose, or beauty once we can hear it or see it clearly. But God is often at work long before the “f...

Have you ever felt like you’re not quite ready to share your faith? I get that. It can feel awkward trying to bring it up in conversation, especially when you don’t know how people will respond. And sometimes it feels like you need some kind of special training before you’re allowed to speak up. But maybe sharing our faith is simpler than we make it. Think about little kids when they learn somethi...

Years ago, while attending an AA meeting, someone gave me advice that completely caught me off guard. He told me I was too young to quit drinking and should go back out and enjoy life before returning later. Thankfully, I didn't listen. Looking back, I realize he viewed surrender as a loss. But what I discovered was the exact opposite. Letting go of the life that was hurting me wasn't a prison sen...

I was absolutely convinced my husband had taken my car keys. Not 50% sure. Not 90% sure. 110% percent sure. The problem? He didn't have them. I had left them in the car. It's amazing how quickly we jump to conclusions. We fill in missing details, assume motives, and build entire stories before we know the facts. We've all done it. The challenge is remembering that we're often seeing only part of t...

Most of us appreciate being recognized for our hard work. It feels good when someone notices the effort, time, and heart we've invested. But what happens when nobody notices? I found myself thinking about that while volunteering for a project that required many hours behind the scenes. Some of the work was visible. Most of it wasn't. And it reminded me of a question we all have to answer eventuall...

Everyone seems to be searching for happiness. We read books about it, listen to podcasts about it, and chase after it in a hundred different ways. Yet somehow it still feels just out of reach. Maybe the problem isn't that happiness is impossible to find. Maybe we're looking in the wrong places. Real joy has never been about having perfect circumstances. It's about having a secure foundation. Faith...

I can't tell you how many times I've searched the entire house for my phone or keys only to discover they were in my hand the whole time. Somehow, I was so focused on looking that I missed what was already right in front of me. I think we do something similar with God's blessings. We pray, we wait, and we ask God to move. Meanwhile, He may already be providing the very thing we've been asking for....

Have you ever felt like God was a distant concept rather than a close friend? It’s easy to talk about Him, acknowledging His incredible power and presence "over there," while completely missing Him right here in the room. We often relegate His presence to another room, another house, or another state, treating Him like a friend who isn’t actually sitting on the couch next to us. But a beautiful, s...

Walking alongside a loved one during their final days has a way of changing your perspective. Things that once seemed urgent suddenly lose their grip. The headlines, the arguments, the achievements, and all the things we spend so much time chasing don't carry the same weight anymore. What remains are the people. The conversations. The love shared. The moments that remind us life itself is a gift f...

Have you ever felt overlooked, forgotten, or like everyone else got chosen before you? Most of us know that feeling all too well. The world loves rankings, popularity, and recognition. But God doesn't assign us numbers. He gives us names. He sees us individually, personally, and completely. David wasn't the obvious choice to become king. In fact, he was probably the last person many people would h...

Sometimes I think we make life harder than it needs to be. We see a difficult road and assume that's automatically the one God wants us to take. But what if God has already provided a bridge? What if He's opened a door, provided help, or made a path easier—not because we're avoiding faith, but because He's carrying us through it? Life will always have mountains to climb. But not every step has to...

A small brown spot appeared on our ceiling months ago. I noticed it, kept an eye on it for a while, and eventually stopped paying attention altogether. Then one day I looked up and realized it had grown into a much bigger problem. It's amazing how easily we can do the same thing with sin. At first it catches our attention. We know something isn't right. But over time, if we leave it alone, we can...

Last night I made the mistake of scrolling a little too long before bed. Story after story reminded me of everything that's wrong with the world. By the time I put my phone down, I felt drained instead of encouraged. It made me realize how important it is to pay attention to what we're feeding our hearts and minds. Just like our bodies need healthy food, our souls need things that bring life, hope...

Have you noticed that it feels like everything is bad for us these days? One day eggs are good, the next day they're not. The cookware is wrong. The coffee cups are wrong. The food is wrong. Scroll social media long enough and you'll start wondering if it's even safe to breathe. It can be exhausting trying to keep up with every warning, every headline, and every new concern. But maybe this constan...

Have you ever thought about your relationship with God like a job? Like you’re just doing the right things, checking the boxes, trying not to mess up? In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a different perspective—one that shifts from obligation to connection. Because we’re not just working for God. We’re walking with Him. And when that relationship becomes more personal, something changes. Serving...

Have you ever felt like everything in your life is barely holding together? Like one small thing could cause it all to fall apart? In today’s Anchor Point, I’m reflecting on that feeling—and how easy it is to believe we’re more fragile than we really are. But the truth is, our strength doesn’t come from how steady we feel. It comes from what we’re anchored to. Even when things feel thin, uncertain...

Have you ever gotten really good news and immediately wanted to tell someone? There’s something about joy that doesn’t stay contained. It moves. It spreads. It looks for someone to share it with. In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a simple and unexpected story that captures that kind of excitement and how it reflects something deeper in our faith. Because when something truly good happens, we do...

When you hear “be still,” what comes to mind? Is it a quick pause… or a full stop? In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a simple everyday image that brings this verse to life in a way that’s easy to remember. Because being still isn’t about slowing down for a second—it’s about fully stopping long enough to listen. And that’s not always easy. But it’s where clarity, peace, and direction begin. Scri...

Have you ever felt like you just couldn’t take another step? Like you’ve reached your limit, but you still have more in front of you? In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a simple but powerful reminder about pressing on. Not in a way that’s overwhelming, but in a way that’s steady and grounded. Sometimes it’s not about big leaps. It’s just about one more step. And in those moments, we’re not alone...

Do you ever have those days where you just feel off? Maybe you’re harder on yourself. Maybe everything feels heavier than usual. In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a personal look at those moments—and the simple reminder that having those feelings doesn’t mean something is wrong. Sometimes we just need space to feel, process, and bring it to God. Because we don’t have to sort everything out on o...

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I’m just a…”? Just a mom. Just a teacher. Just a fill in the blank. It sounds small—but it says more than we think. In today’s Anchor Point, I’m reflecting on how easily we minimize what we do, even when those roles carry real purpose and meaning. Because there’s nothing “just” about the way God has placed you. What you do matters. Where you are matters. And...

Have you ever asked someone for advice only to realize they were just as unsure as you? Sometimes we lean on people who mean well, but don’t have the wisdom we really need. In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a simple reminder of why guidance matters—and how important it is to seek wisdom from those who’ve walked the path before us. There’s something comforting about learning from people who have...

Have you ever had someone tell you something you didn’t necessarily want to hear… but needed to? There’s a difference between someone who keeps things easy—and someone who truly cares. In today’s Anchor Point, I’m sharing a personal story that highlights how real love sometimes looks like honesty, even when it’s uncomfortable. Because the people who care about us most aren’t the ones who ignore wh...

Have you ever felt like you knew a lot about someone… but didn’t actually know them? It’s easy to do that today. We can look people up, read about them, scroll through their lives—but that doesn’t create a real relationship. In today’s Anchor Point, I’m reflecting on the difference between knowing information and truly knowing someone—and how that applies to our faith. Because the same can happen...