Author Archives: Julie L Williams

Am I There Yet?

I have two children.  It does not take very long on a drive before we hear this question from the back seat, “Are we there yet?”  Once they get started they feel the need to repeat it over and over and over again.  Are we there yet?  Are we there yet?  Are we there yet? […]

An Authentic Mess

Recently I was watching a speaker online who said something about being authentic.  He said that being authentic meant you are the same person at work, at home and at church.  This idea of being the same person all the time has been tumbling through my head ever since I heard it. I think the […]

Living a Rich Life

When you think of a rich life, what comes to your mind? Do you envision living in the lap of luxury?  Do you see a large, spacious, house filled with fine art and furnishings?  Is it a brand new executive vehicle made to order?  Do you picture dining on succulent culinary treats?  Is it the […]

When Tomorrow Seems Scary

Tomorrow is defined by Webster’s Dictionary as the next day after today.  In my 2006 paper edition of Webster’s Standard Dictionary tomorrow is sandwiched between the words tomfoolery, nonsensical behavior or foolishness, and a ton, a measure of weight. The irony of the placement of the word tomorrow almost makes me laugh out loud.  My […]

Longing for Peace, Living in Chaos

“Grace and peace be yours in abundance.” 1 Peter 1:2 “Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.”  2 Peter 1:2 I am holding on to these two verses this week with all that I have.  I keep repeating them over and over and over again.  […]