Joni Lynn Schwartz
Recognizing Signs of Stress and Seeking Sabbath Rest
We all have those times when life feels heavy—when work, family, and personal commitments stack up, and stress slowly weaves its way into...
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JONI LYNN SCHWARTZ
E. J. Schwartz
Nov 92 min read
Voice of Democracy: Choose Kindness
We all want to be heard and the best way to be heard is to be kind.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Nov 32 min read
Reasons I Love Running
Running pushes me to grow, plan, and trust God with every step. Watching State Cross Country reminds me why it’s always worth it.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Oct 192 min read
Integrity on and off the Field
The fall season of high school sports is coming to a close, and with it comes the excitement of playoff season. I love watching young...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Oct 134 min read
You Don’t Know What You Are Capable Of Until You Are Tested
Before It’s the day before my race, and I've been riding a roller coaster of emotions. On Tuesday, I had a fantastic speed workout that...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 292 min read
Seeking Wisdom in the Race of Life
This race season, I had originally planned to run a full marathon in June. But constant muscle strains forced me to adjust my goals....
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 222 min read
God in the Little Things
The other week, my daughters and I were soaking up the last bits of summer at the pool, one of our favorite perks of seasonal camping....
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 142 min read
Hitting the Wall in Running and Life
In marathon running, "hitting the wall" is when your body suddenly runs out of energy, leaving you fatigued and struggling to keep...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 82 min read
Running Toward the Light
With the start of the school year, I've had to get creative about fitting in my runs. I love the cool stillness of the morning and...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 12 min read
God's Recurring Messages
A few weeks ago, I shared about spending 6 minutes in silence with God and feeling like I wasn’t hearing anything. Despite that, I've...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Aug 172 min read
Finding Time for What Truly Matters During Back-to-School Chaos
Back-to-school shopping was a multi-step process this year. Earlier this summer, I had a free day with my 7-year-old, and we tackled her...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Aug 112 min read
Morning Reflections
In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly. - Psalm 5:3 In my house,...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Aug 42 min read
Hungering for Righteousness Through the Psalms
I first remember learning about the Beatitudes in a church basement one summer when I was helping my aunt teach vacation Bible school....
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Aug 13 min read
Hunger for God: Prayers from the Psalms
I have been praying for God to help me “hunger and thirst for righteousness” (Matthew 5:6). One of the ways God has been leading me to...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Jul 282 min read
Overcoming Life’s Prisons with Faith
I’m not sure if it’s because I’m getting older or maybe it’s because I am looking more deeply at life, connecting with others, but my...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Jun 92 min read
A Summer of Presence: Enjoying Nature and Family Time
As the school year wraps up, I find myself just as excited as my kids. It’s time to turn off the alarms and put an end to the morning chaos!
Joni Lynn Schwartz
May 262 min read
A Surprise Blessing: Finding My Place in a Blended Family Wedding
The other weekend, my stepson—though I prefer to call him by his first name—married my new daughter-in-law. The title of "stepmother" is...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Apr 212 min read
The Power of Slowing Down
In a world that constantly pushes us to speed up, to multitask, and to cram our schedules with commitments, there's an often-overlooked...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Apr 72 min read
The Courage to Soar: A Letter to My Daughters
To my daughters, I see you. I see how you tackle challenges and struggles. At times, you persist, showing an inner determination. At...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Mar 312 min read
Sunshine or Storm: A Perspective Shift
Last month, my husband and I took a quick trip to Arizona in search of sunshine and warmer weather. It's become somewhat of a tradition...
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