by Suzy Shepherd | Nov 21, 2018 | Encouragement, Tips
As we move into the holiday season, we may want to have in mind some ways to connect with family members that won’t escalate into a debate. Combativeness opposes connectedness. Here’s the thing: We need to be prepared. When others challenge the things most personal to...
by Suzy Shepherd | Oct 4, 2018 | Encouragement
It’s not all on your shoulders. We think it is sometimes. This morning I read something that was cool rain on my dry soul, and I wondered if you need to hear it today, too. The biblical book of Nehemiah includes the story of a group of people who worked together to...
by Suzy Shepherd | Oct 1, 2018 | News
Editor’s note: Stonecroft staff member Suzy Shepherd is the creator of the Where Love Lives (WLL) outreach. Here, she tells the story of where this new outreach has been, where it’s going, and how you can be part of it. Where Love Lives (WLL) began with a vision...
by Suzy Shepherd | Jul 18, 2018 | Encouragement
Lurking behind our mental couches, there’s a sneaky little ogre. He tiptoes among our thoughts, intercepting them with half-truths, doubts, and questions. He stirs up anxiety in our tummies and overthinking in our heads. Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or...
by Suzy Shepherd | Oct 5, 2017 | Encouragement
“Is there more?” My oldest son asks that question every single night after he’s swallowed his last bite. His younger brother is right behind him, and now he occasionally asks first. They both want to know: “Is there more to eat? Can we have seconds?” Our meals aren’t...
