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
The Bible is the ultimate love story. Jesus often talked about love. Loving God and loving each other. But what happens when our human love fails, or our understanding is limited, and we have disagreements? Let’s dive into the topic of disagreements and hurt in the church and see what Jesus teaches us to do… Continue reading Biblical Conflict Resolution
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”
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.”
Basing your happiness on your environment, or situation will make your life like a yo-yo, going up and down an emotional rollercoaster. If, however, you base your life and happiness on Christ, who is eternal and never changing (Isaiah 43:13), your path will be made straight (Proverbs 3:6), and you will be kept in perfect… Continue reading “Living with Purpose: Embracing an Intentional Christian Life”
"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.
Failure is inevitable. It is okay to make mistakes. We all fail sometimes (Ecclesiastes 7:20 Romans 3:23). If you are anything like me, you have found yourself in a time where you are unsure what to do. Overwhelmed, and frustrated, battling the fear of making the wrong decision. The last thing I want to do… Continue reading It is Okay to Exhale.
Drop your defenses No one enjoys being corrected. I think back to when I was a child, and I would get in trouble with my parents. I would spend the afternoon pouting in my bedroom with hurt feelings often, becoming angry at my parents. We can do this to God when he corrects us too… Continue reading “Lessons from the Life of King Asa: A Story of Faith, Repentance, and God’s Faithfulness”
Hosea Recently I have been talking about spiritual detox. The process of letting God remove things from our lives that keep us apart from Him. Once we have removed the things that hold us back from God, we can’t just let our lives sit empty. We must then begin to work with the Holy Spirit… Continue reading Soften the Soil of your Heart
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