Planning a wedding is a flurry of emotions, expectations, and sparkles. I knew I was going to marry this man, I knew it was God’s will, and…… Read more “graceful resignation”
Tag: life
This Is My Story
“If this is how my story is going to go, so be it.” I wrote that in my journal about two weeks ago, and I’ve both said…… Read more “This Is My Story”
God is my Defense.
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on [Jesus] the iniquity of us…… Read more “God is my Defense.”
Quarter of a Century
Happy 25th birthday to me! How crazy is that? Sometimes when I get asked how old I am, I have to stop and think because in my…… Read more “Quarter of a Century”
An Open Letter to the Girl I Can’t Help
Dear friend, I’ve known you for a long time. Years ago when we first met, you seemed so young. You were so full of life and…… Read more “An Open Letter to the Girl I Can’t Help”
In the Dark Moments
It’s just been one of those days. Well, it started last night. I was getting ready for bed, doing my usual nighttime routine; and as I washed…… Read more “In the Dark Moments”
what a year.
It sounds so cliche to say but I am shocked at how quickly the year’s end came upon us. Just like that, it is 2019. A new…… Read more “what a year.”
There’s more to life than brunch & puppies.
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. And what was I doing a few minutes ago? Being discontent. Ugh. Get ready for another episode of Brutal Honesty with Bethany. Can I…… Read more “There’s more to life than brunch & puppies.”
Do Just One Thing
I was taking a walk with the little guy I watch every day, and pulled my phone out to call my sister. She didn’t answer, so I…… Read more “Do Just One Thing”
the best thing I’ve done in 2018
(not my photo. No copyright infringement intended.) About two weeks ago, I deleted the Facebook app from off my phone; and that one tiny act has…… Read more “the best thing I’ve done in 2018”
Impressed.
This past Sunday, Joshua and I stopped at Starbucks around 2:30 to treat ourselves to an iced mocha and iced chai latte. The plan was to get…… Read more “Impressed.”
journal entry: a Grenada word picture
sixteen january, two-thousand-eighteen tuesday, late “Sometimes I think that I feel too much. But how can I not, after all I’ve experienced, all the people I’ve met? Sometimes…… Read more “journal entry: a Grenada word picture”
What Are You Saying From Your Platform?
It’s interesting to me that social media is called a “platform.” I’ve been wondering recently what I communicate from my platform. My most recent blog post was…… Read more “What Are You Saying From Your Platform?”
minimalism and the Christian
Minimalism is such a buzzword now. I’m pretty sure if you asked any millennial right now, they would probably tell you they are trying to lead a…… Read more “minimalism and the Christian”
“Check your heart!”
How many of y’all have seen the video on Facebook by Christian comedian John Crist where he says “Check your heart” in response to everything? It cracked…… Read more ““Check your heart!””
True Feminism
(not my photo, no copyright infringement is intended) fem·i·nism 1: the theory of the political, economic, and social equality of the sexes 2: organized activity on…… Read more “True Feminism”
stop looking for “the one.”
I feel the need to clarify something. First of all, I appreciate the response to my last blog post. I really do. It means so much…… Read more “stop looking for “the one.””
How to know you’ve found “the one”
[photo by Ashley Crutcher Photography] It was a sticky day in July. Campers would be arriving in just a few short hours and there was a…… Read more “How to know you’ve found “the one””
Did you take away the high places?
At the beginning of 2018, my husband and I started a Bible reading plan to read the entire Bible in one year. I’ve never actually read the…… Read more “Did you take away the high places?”
Being Told “No.”
“And it came to pass after these things, that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard, which was in Jezreel, hard by the palace of Ahab king of…… Read more “Being Told “No.””
Discernment for the Believer
Brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. Galatians 5:13 Law. Grace.…… Read more “Discernment for the Believer”
sovereign over us
About a week and a half ago, my life got turned upside-down. More accurately, my brother’s life did. But that in turn affected me. Ricky had a…… Read more “sovereign over us”
reach out
This isn’t a fun blog post. My heart has actually been hurting for over a week as I was unwillingly, unknowingly prepared to write this post. When…… Read more “reach out”
when you’re not supposed to build the temple
I’ve been learning recently that even if I want something, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s what God wants. It is so easy to wish for different opportunities…… Read more “when you’re not supposed to build the temple”
How Many Loaves Do You Have?
“What is it worth?” This is a discussion my husband and I have had several times over the past few weeks. What is the Gospel worth? What…… Read more “How Many Loaves Do You Have?”
two-thousand seventeen in retrospect
What a year it has been. Definitely one of the craziest years of my life, I have to say. I hardly know where to begin. God has…… Read more “two-thousand seventeen in retrospect”
in whatsoever state I am
It’s November! Finally! Already? This year has flown by, but I have to admit I am very excited to get revved up for Thanksgiving, the Christmas…… Read more “in whatsoever state I am”
The adventure within the adventure: Barbados 2014.
Barbados. First impressions: Flat. Cooler + better breeze than Grenada. Very flat. I learned a lot that week (April 23rd-29th): both informational knowledge and life lessons. We…… Read more “The adventure within the adventure: Barbados 2014.”
What are you doing [with your life]?
Sometimes, I tend to be discontent with my life. It’s a real shame, because I am incredibly blessed. I have a wonderful, affectionate family; a supportive church;…… Read more “What are you doing [with your life]?”
