I’ve been reading Captivating again, I admit it. This book, written by John and Stasi Eldredge has spoken to my heart over and over again about what it means to be a woman of God, to be lost in the thrill of God’s plan for me, to walk in the fullness of who He designed me to be, and to offer my gifts and myself to the world around me in ways that bring life and hope to those around me. There’s a page near the end that is underlined and dog-eared and worn like so many pages in my Bible, because it speaks truth, speaks to my heart and encourages me for the journey. It says (and guys reading this – don’t check out – there is truth for you here too): “As a woman who has been ransomed and redeemed, you can be strong and tender. You speak to the world of God’s mercy, mystery, beauty, and his desire for intimate relationship. You are inviting; you can risk being vulnerable, offering the weight of your life as well as your need for more , because you ar...
Pressing in, not turning back, growing in faith, not growing slack, ... daring to be restless with anything less than God's best.