Reaching for the Hem: The Journey to a New Name
When I was born, my parents named me after my grandmother—Betty Malady. “Betty” is a sweet name, one that makes you think of donuts and strawberry shortcake. And Nanny lived up to her name in every way. But for a little girl surrounded by classmates named Karen,...The Invitation
He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds. (Psalm 147:3 NLT) I wanted to groan when the speaker claimed, “Some wounds will never fully heal this side of heaven.” I glanced around. Did anyone else feel the urge to jump up and walk out? “But...Healing the Father Wound
“If your heart is broken, you’ll find GOD right there; if you’re kicked in the gut, he’ll help you catch your breath.” Psalm 34:18 (The Message) My relationship with my dad always seemed to be all or nothing. Whenever he picked my brother, sister, and me up for our...What Are You Reading This Summer?
Summer is the ideal time to catch up on your To‑Be‑Read pile. Whether you’re headed to the beach or the mountains this is the perfect time to escape into a book. Picking out the right books can be a challenge but you can narrow down your selections by choosing books...About Betty
