Signpost Inn

Hospitality: Is it ok to have boundaries?

“This will be a place of ministry. This is home.” I heard the Holy Spirit whisper one sunny afternoon as I stepped into a new home which my husband and I would eventually call our own. My husband and I were house hunting, and for some reason, it felt like a “Say yes to the dress!” moment. It felt like a dream! My dream house was coming to light! Soon I would gather friends and family around the table. There would be plenty of room to cook in the kitchen, and we would be able to serve and welcome many who needed a place to stay!

Karley Mae Wang

November 11, 2025

Drop that whisk (how to let go of control this Thanksgiving)

Go drop your whisk on the kitchen floor. Go ahead; I’ll wait. How did that feel? Scary? Risky? Weirdly liberating? There are a billion things we try to control over the holidays, including other people’s emotions. The thing is, I don’t have to make others have good feelings. I just act like I do. Letting go feels scary, maybe risky, but also weirdly liberating.Thanksgiving is very close, and I am super tempted to try and create a PERFECT holiday experience for everyone. If I do it right, maybe this time everyone will be happy the whole time?

Liv Booth

November 4, 2025

Loved by God through toast and marmalade

This morning God reminded me that I am not alone. He is working everywhere, through everything to show me how he loves me. Specifically me. This morning, the message was jam-adjacent.

Liv Booth

August 12, 2025

Oh no! I ruined Thanksgiving (Is hospitality enough?)

I know “how To hospitality” but if I panic, I’m suddenly afraid that loving the people around my table won’t be enough! Is it enough to share who I am and what I have with the precious humans around me?? How can I be SURE that they’ll have the best Thanksgiving ever? I’m going to ruin Thanksgiving!

Liv Booth

November 19, 2024

Why I'm optimistic about the election

My American readers are likely feeling sick to their stomachs about the presidential election. Regardless of which side of the aisle you sit on, things are crazy out there! And regardless of who wins, I certainly don’t feel like the chaos and antagonism will simmer down.Nevertheless, I’m optimistic.Or rather, I’m hopeful.Or better, I’m just not that worried… Because the situation just isn’t that serious! May I please try to explain?

Brandon Booth

October 15, 2024

Stuck in Circles

Mount Laundry has grown into the North American Laundry Range. The dishes are piled above the level of the spigot. The grass is blocking the sprinklers. Laundry! Dishes! Mowing! These are only the most obvious jobs that run in an endless cycle! There are many more, and they are never done! I never get out of the loop!I feel like I’m moving in circles, never free from the pattern. It’s not just chores. I feel it in my daily schedule, my relationships, even going to church. Round and round we go! And if there’s no purpose to this ride, I want it to stop and let me off.

Liv Booth

July 15, 2024

Be a Stranger

When I travel in unfamiliar circumstances, as a stranger, it can feel awkward, lonely, even a little scary, but there’s also wonder and the opening of new worlds. When I embrace that I’m a stranger, I find it easier to live in the present: it’s ok to be ignorant, curious, ready to be wow-ed. Like a tourist expecting good things on their journey.

Liv Booth

April 9, 2024

Crowdless Anxiety

In a crowd, anxiety makes me awkward. In isolation, anxiety holds me prisoner. Take the risk of being with people, of giving and receiving welcome. You can find peace in your crowd.

Liv Booth

March 5, 2024

You are important to God

“The welcome is enough” is based on the truth that God created out of love and graciousness with no need whatsoever. The reason God made you is because He wanted you to exist purely out of graciousness and love. There was no requirement and no need on His part.

Brandon Booth

December 20, 2023

We don't have to qualify to be in God's presence

God doesn't require us to be enough in order to be with him. Extending the welcome to others communicates this generous acceptance that God graces on all of us. This is the work that we do as a ministry, to create spaces where you are welcomed and where you are invited to know God's love.

Brandon Booth

December 13, 2023

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