Sharing in His suffering Sometimes suffering for Jesus as Paul describes in 2 Corinthians 4 looks like the persecution that the 1st century Christians suffered and so many brothers and sisters suffer all around the globe today. However, I have struggled with what this means for me and others who live in the West who… Continue reading Participating in Christ’s Suffering: Understanding and Embracing Pain
Have you ever felt yourself running on empty? Becoming easily angered, frustrated, or overly emotional? In my life, I have found that when I begin to feel this way I begin to live according to my flesh more and live by the spirit less. I am less loving, patient, grace-filled, and compassionate among other things. … Continue reading Recentering on God: How Setting Boundaries Helps You Live a Spirit-Filled Life
“The echoes of those who came before span the chasm between here and heaven calling to something bigger.” Emily Bybee This quote above came to my mind as I contemplated my Bible study lesson for the week. In Bible study, we’re discussing pursuing your purpose and the calling that God has placed on your life.… Continue reading Unveiling Spiritual Heritage: Pursuing Eternal Impact
Unexpected blessing When two lines appeared on the pregnancy test I knew my life was about to change, but I had no idea just how much or how soon. Days after the confirmation of our pregnancy I began to feel the effects in full force. In response to my rough start to such a wonderful… Continue reading Returning to Writing: Embracing the Urgency of the Call
My husband and I just celebrated our anniversary. As I think of our relationship, I realize that in the two years of marriage, we have changed. We have changed in a lot of ways but one way that stands out to me is that we have both grown in boldness within our relationship. At the… Continue reading Go Forth in Boldness
This week my Bible study group is looking at Psalms 103. As I read through it, I am struck not only by the complexity of salvation as revealed here, but also by the call to a life of worship. I want to take time and share with you what I have learned and 5 ways… Continue reading “Living a Life of Worship: How to Cultivate a Deeper Connection with God”
In Sunday school, the ladies at my church were studying Galatians 5:13-26, and something really struck me as I sat in on their class. In verse 24 Paul tells us that those who belong to Christ have crucified their sinful nature. It was pointed out that crucifixion was a painful process. Let me say that… Continue reading Crucifying of Sins with Christ, Refining Our Faith”
Ecclesiastes is one of the sixty-six books of the Bible and probably one of the ones most people read and don’t think much about After they close their Bibles. As I did my Bible reading for the day I was reading in Ecclesiastes, and I found so practical words of wisdom that I wanted to… Continue reading Too Busy Enjoying My Blessings to Worry.
In February, I always find myself in a motivational rut. Maybe it is the dreary weather and lack of sunshine. Maybe it is the aftermath of the holidays. Whatever it is I find myself wanting to lounge around all day. "We work hard day and night so we won't be a burden to you." 2… Continue reading “5 verses to help you get out of your motivational rut.”
"As a stepparent with two kids who play sports, my husband and I would never let them play without proper protective equipment, no matter how expensive. Similarly, God is the perfect father and He never sends His children out into the world without the equipment they need. In Ephesians 6:11, Paul writes about the equipment… Continue reading Take up Arms Against our Enemy.
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