Over nine years ago I was in a frustrated and not-so-successful place—by human standards anyway. I had stood by my pastor husband’s side in ministry for many years doing whatever I could to contribute and serve there. Yet I still longed for something more. Something unique to my wiring and giftedness. For years the doors for that kind of role seemed to stay closed for me—that was until I felt God opening the door through the avenue of a blog. My blog became the spacious place (Job 36:15-16) where God lit my heart and mind on fire for helping people find healing and perspective in the mess that marriage can sometimes be. If my definition of success had been to simply write and minister on my blog, I would have faced each day's challenges with bravery—inspired and fueled by God. I would Continue Reading