Part of preparing for my morning time with God involves getting my dog, Riley, settled. Ordinarily, this looks like giving her permission to join me on the couch and then opening my arms and saying, “Snuggle up”, an invitation to draw as close as she wants and curl up next to me while I cover…
Paws & Prosper
Life with dogs, particularly my dog Riley, has taught me more about God, rest, trust, and presence than I ever expected. This is where faith and life with dogs intersect—exploring what our four-legged companions reveal about the heart of God, the importance of rest, and living fully present. Whether you're a dog lover, struggling with a challenging dog, or just curious, there's Kingdom truth in the wag of a tail and the snuggle on the couch.
God Knows, Sees, and Understands
I took Riley out for a short potty walk this morning. Oh, how she wanted to go further, faster. And, I wanted to let her. She wanted to jump into the bushes onto the critters moving the branches and walk through the deep, muddy grass. And, I wanted to let her. Instead, I directed her…
Devotional Time Reframe
During my time with God this morning, He gave me some direction. I listened and wrote down what I heard and then moved directly from writing it down to reading my devotional. Because I have limited energy and sensory capacity, I came to my devotional time with a to-do list in mind. Pray Communion Read…