Introducing Michelle Martin

Introducing Michelle Martin

Dear Brave, I would much prefer this introduction be in person, over a cup of coffee with good music playing in the background, rather than a letter I’m writing from my front porch in Ohio.  However, God seems to find ways of connecting us all despite geographical divides, so I’m being obedient and believing that community pervades distance.  As I write, I’m picturing you all in my mind.  I’m hoping this letter finds you rested, healthy, and whole.

Women in Ministry: Where We Are and Where (I Hope) We’re Going

Women in Ministry: Where We Are and Where (I Hope) We’re Going

I long for a day when each woman called to serve the church is shepherded the way I was when I entered ministry. I long for couples to do ministry together the way that Chris and I have been honored to do. I’m a mom to four boys and I want them to be able to serve without being held back, but I also want them to be able to support their future wives in serving in their callings as well…

7 Keys to Motherhood

7 Keys to Motherhood

Motherhood is an invitation into the up-close-and-personal of our lives. It’s one of the most beautiful and crucial parts of God’s design for His children. And contrary to a lie that has gripped our generation: you don’t lose your identity when you become a mom… your identity is added to. God made YOU, with all of your gifts, talents and passions to be your kids’ mom, and they need to see the real you. They need to see what gets you fired up, what refreshes you and makes you come alive!

A Worthy King

A Worthy King

…This is the beauty of being a follower of Jesus. We have constant, unlimited access to the God of universe and he doesn’t just tolerate our presence, He absolutely delights in it. So the most effective thing we could do as Christians is to take full advantage of that access and to seize every opportunity to remember His goodness and faithfulness. When our awareness of His presence is heightened, the ability of other gods to creep in diminishes. 

Never Give Up

Never Give Up

Have you ever felt as if you were invisible or that life is just plain hard?  I know what that feels like…

… wondering if the heartache will ease

… questioning if your words and efforts really make a difference

… thinking back to when life just seemed easier

… trying to praise God in moments when He feels so distant

Community

Community

It is so easy to compare our spiritual gift with someone else that has the same gift. This other person might appear to have more influence or have more opportunities to share their gift with others. We don't need to worry about that. We need to concern ourselves with using our gifts for the Kingdom, no matter how big or small it may seem.