Everything changes. Seasons Change I'm writing this in the Autumn and it is the time of year where I am reminded that the world around us is ever-changing. The leaves are turning and falling from the trees. The temperature is cooling and although it's definitely still “layering” weather around here in Georgia, it's much different… The post What To Do When Everything Changes appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

It's been a tough couple of weeks. We are facing a continued and invigorated battle with COVID-19, even among our children, which is particularly distressing to me as a pediatrician. We watched Haiti torn apart (again) by a devastating earthquake. Many are dealing with the aftermath of a storm called Fred… and waiting for the… The post Nine ways to pray for Afghanistan appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Isaiah 61:1-3 reminds us of our future… and it is good. God will turn your ashes into beauty, your sorrow into gladness, and your mourning into praise. All because He is good. And He loves you. Grab your coordinating Bible Journaling Kit HERE And review (or even memorize) this passage using this FREE printable. It's… The post Beauty from Ashes {Video, Free Gift, and Bible Journaling Kit} appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

When I was a little girl, I always wanted to be brave. And I never really was. In fact, I was a bit of a scaredy-cat. I loved adventure, but not too far from home… and never alone. I wanted to try new things, but only if they posed very little risk. Don't get me… The post Braver than you think appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Reconciliation is more than diversity or inclusion. It encompasses more than understanding, accommodating, or even supporting.   It certainly includes these things, but to limit our thinking on this issue to these concepts, does it an injustice. Reconciliation is restoration.   It is difficult and it involves both grief and joy. If we can begin to comprehend… The post The Grief and Joy of Reconciliation appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Shelter in Place. It's a phrase the whole world is now familiar with as we live in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. And more than that, most of the world is practicing it. Social Distancing. Quarantine. Regardless of what you call it, it involves staying home! Our homes have become our shelter. They are… The post My Shelter. My Stronghold. appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Full disclosure.  I don't particularly like trials and I really don't like affliction. Yes, I knew that would shock you. And another spoiler… I am not unique in this aversion to pain.  I am often very impatient as I traverse these times in my life.  In fact, my prayer usually goes a bit like this:… The post Remove My Impatience appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes in the morningPsalm 30:5 This is a frequently quoted verse. And one I cling to often. It's certainly appropriate to reflect on right now, during a time of pandemic and world economic turmoil. But what does it really mean to have morning joy? Let's think about… The post Morning Joy appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Friendship. There is something special about old friends... and new friends. Many of our fondest memories undoubtedly involve the people in our lives we call friends. They know us well and they love us in spite of it. So, as you are focusing on this AWESOME Blog Hop, called All About Me... remember that you… The post All About… appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more

Hope is a great word, right?  It’s an even greater feeling.  I'm going to go out on a limb and say that we all love to experience hope.   We also know it’s important to God.  He mentions it time and time again in scripture.   Psalm 39:7: “And now, O Lord, for what do I… The post Hope: Where are you looking? appeared first on Grace in Color ..read more