by Suzie Eller | Oct 7, 2021 | Feelings
I’ve been quiet lately. Not because I don’t want to talk with you, but because sometimes it’s wise to step back and be quiet. In this quiet season, I have looked around at the world and the church, and it continues to feel messy. But do you know what? I can’t help but...
by Suzie Eller | Aug 12, 2021 | Family, Feelings, Living free together, More Than Small Talk
Lord, make my heart flexible. Help me to stop putting my own comfort zone before your dreams for me — and for the world. Help me to try something new. Something small. Something big if you are the one asking. Help me to see what others bring to the table with...
by Suzie Eller | Jul 28, 2021 | Faith, Family, Feelings, More Than Small Talk
Right now, right in front of you, is a miracle. Do you believe that? A miracle might be hard to see when the laundry is piled on the couch and bills are stacked on the kitchen table. It might be hard to see when we are dealing with an unasked for battle. It might be...
by Suzie Eller | Jul 20, 2021 | Faith, Feelings, More Than Small Talk
Whose voice are you listening to? Does it lead to God’s best for you? Will it help you grow? Is it inner conviction or an inner bully? As I was talking with friends, one began to beat herself up. It brought tears to my eyes. She is a smart, amazing human who loves God...
by Suzie Eller | Jun 30, 2021 | Faith, Family, Feelings, More Than Small Talk
Last night I talked with a new friend. As we got to know each other, I sensed the underlying tension so many of us feel right now. She gently approached a topic, and I could almost see her holding her breath, uncertain of whether we saw it the same way. We’re walking...