God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear… -Psalm 46:1-2 A lifetime of broken trust and abandonment tends to teach a person to rely on herself and close herself off. Even to God. I’d gotten to a place where, after walking through the fire, I was…
“I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” (Jeremiah 31:3) My two mentees and I were sitting on my deck talking about our mentor study, Red Sea Rules. The night was calm, the string of deck lights illuminating the dark, and the three of us reflected on what…
When I was a high school senior, I heard a sermon about Shadrach, Meshach, andAbednego where the pastor pointed out a detail in Daniel 3:27 I’d never noticed.There was no smell of fire on them. Everyone knows if you stand near a fire for even two minutes your hair will smell likesmoke for days. If…
Club31Women is honored to showcase the winning pieces from the COMPEL Writers Training competition, featuring heartfelt devotionals written by emerging Christian writers. COMPEL equips women with the tools and confidence to write words that matter—and these devotionals are a beautiful reflection of that mission. “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will…
There’s something about the ocean that quiets the noise inside me. To kick off summer last year, our family stole away to Kiawah Island for a time of rest and renewal. We love the beach in May—when the days are warm, but the air still carries a breath of spring. The summer humidity hasn’t quite…
Club31Women is honored to showcase the winning pieces from the COMPEL Writers Training competition, featuring heartfelt devotionals written by emerging Christian writers. COMPEL equips women with the tools and confidence to write words that matter—and these devotionals are a beautiful reflection of that mission. “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be…
“Let all things be done decently and in order.”—1 Corinthians 14:40 (KJV) I have to admit—when my four kids were younger, back-to-school season wasn’t completely chaotic. As a professional organizer, I had extensive experience and practice creating organized spaces. We had fairly stable routines for mornings, spots for backpacks (nails in the garage), and rhythms…
God’s faithfulness carries us through every unexpected turn, proving trustworthy in every step of thin-air faith. “He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.”1 Thessalonians 5:24 (ESV) A few weeks ago, I watched as my daughter walked across the stage to get her high school diploma. She’s the youngest of seven and…
“But because the LORD loved you and kept the oath he swore to your ancestors, he brought you out with a strong hand and redeemed you from the place of slavery, from the power of Pharaoh king of Egypt.“Deuteronomy 7:8 Have you ever struggled to make a decision? For me, I struggle to know if…
Holy places are thick with wonder and sacrifice—where darkness meets resurrection and every Gospel story whispers, “This really happened.” Last year, my husband’s family gathered for an epic Easter weekend at the Outer Banks. It was the first time all twenty-nine of us had been together in years. The Outer Banks is known for its…
God can transform your anxiety not just into calm, but into joy, as you learn to replace fearful thoughts with His truth. “When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” Psalm 94:19 I love that Psalm 94 doesn’t just say, “When anxiety was great within me, you calmed me down.” Nope. God…
“At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill countryof Judea, where she entered Zechariah’s home and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.“Luke 1:39–41 We Need Community I tried seminary once before. And dropped out….
Learn slow living in a world that glorifies busyness. Let’s slow down, seek Jesus, and rediscover life’s beauty. “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”Luke 10:41-42…
When joy fades, we can rediscover it by focusing on God’s promises, reaching out to others, and gaining a fresh perspective. Do you sometimes feel like your joy is slipping away, eroding or stale? I do too. It happens to each of us at different times and for a variety of reasons. I remember standing…
Even in the midst of life’s deepest pains, God’s grace is sufficient, and true joy is found in His presence. “Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that it should leave me. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Cor…
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