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Mosaic (March 6)
"You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore." (Psalm 16:11) I’ve always thought of myself as a happy person, enjoying time with friends, sports, and learning. At work, a psychiatrist or two has even commented cheekily that I’m too cheerful to be working in mental health. So far, I have gratefully avoided the jaded nurse persona. And yet I know my inner life ebbs and flows. I resonate deeply w
Amber Thiessen
Mar 6
Loved by God, Loving Others: 10 Christian Books to Grow in Biblical Love
There are moments when I’ve wondered whether I’m just a little too much—or a little too different—for the people around me. Whether it’s the things I love, the way I think, or how I process the world, I’ve felt the fear of being misunderstood. But what if being fully known didn’t lead to rejection, but to love? Tim Keller captures this tension beautifully: “To be loved but not known is comforting but superficial. To be known and not loved is our greatest fear. But to be fully
Amber Thiessen
Mar 4
Mosaic (Feb 27)
When our kids join new teams and meet new friends, I always feel a sense of curiosity as I get to know the families around us. Especially on club teams, where competition naturally raises the intensity. I’ve noticed something else, too. When the coach is watching, or when parents fill the stands, something in us rises to the occasion—we want to be seen doing well. But in settings when the spotlight fades, that same intensity doesn’t always follow. We often give our best where
Amber Thiessen
Feb 27
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