Facing fear means God calls us to recognize His work, remember His faithfulness, refocus on His greatness, and rest in His promises. Do you have fears? I certainly do. And I really don’t like this about myself. Afterall, I think I should be able to trust God. But it’s not so easy, is it? We…
Learning to celebrate others while grieving teaches us to surrender envy and trust God with our unmet expectations. “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.” Romans 12:15 (ESV) Scrolling through my media feed, I paused at a picture of a group of friends. It was our couples group. Most of us had…
Stepping into God’s creation shifts our focus from the world to the wonder of His love. Draw close to Him by marveling in God’s creation. It happened so quickly. One minute, I was walking carefree along the path, and the next, I was surrounded by yellow jackets, injecting their fiery sting into me. I panicked….
Death is not something that comes easily for us. How can we face death, ours or that of a loved one, with hope? “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 ESV No Escape My husband and I arrived early for his doctor’s appointment. We were there…
Taming the tongue can be tricky…especially when we process through talking. What if we took that talking to prayer first? “Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—you choose.” Proverbs 18:21 MSG It’s been said that the tongue is the strongest muscle in the body. That’s not actually true; the top honor goes…
Do you take the time to enjoy what’s right in front of you? How can you be intentional about numbering your days with wisdom? So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom. Psalm 90:12 Only thirty summers. Doesn’t seem like many, does it? Now, clearly, this is merely…
This world offers many things to turn to for comfort. But they won’t satisfy us the way God can. I recently embarked on a 21-day all-sugar fast with a small group of women. Not only did we remove refined sugars, but we went so far as to remove every form of sugar, down to fruit….
Being annoyed stems from our own thoughts, not others’ actions. Success can be found through prayer, Scripture, and practical exercises. “A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel.” Proverbs 15:18 (NIV) I ride in the passenger seat as my husband drives our family to church. My mind has…
When we feel desperate, we don’t think clearly. The best thing we can do is seek the Lord and let Him fill us with peace and purpose. Many times, in my life I’ve gotten stuck. Have you? A concern for a child, a friend in crisis, an unsatisfactory conversation with my husband, a misunderstanding with…
Being anxious never helps in any situation or our own. It is destructive for us and useless in any circumstances. “Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. It is in vain that you rise up early…
Our bodies were created to need sleep and regular rest. Learn why this is important in the life of a Christian. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Proverbs 3:24 I wasn’t paying much attention up until that point. But once the interviewer asked…
Explore how God meets us in our hardest moments with His unending mercy. Be led by peace in all you’re walking through. As I write this, the calendar has just clicked over the March first. It is a new day and month, and soon, we will welcome the spring season. I live in Tennessee, and…
Unlock the power of unwavering faith! Learn to build your own ‘war chest of faith’ and discover how to navigate doubts with confidence. I still remember the first day we pulled into the driveway of our new home. My heart sank as I watched a big ole fire ant climbing up the garage door. Most…
Tired of survival mode? Find solace in God’s constant presence and seek His help in both the mundane and the monumental moments of life. “Behold, God is my helper; the Lord is the upholder of my life.”Psalm 54:4 ESV Every morning I start my day, slithering out of bed, slipping not one but two pairs of…
When you feel yourself begin to slip and slide, when you doubt and then wonder how you could possibly doubt, don’t despair! God hasn’t changed. He brings hope. Rest in God alone, my soul,for my hope comes from him.He alone is my rock and my salvation,my stronghold; I will not be shaken.Psalm 62:5–6 CSB Until…
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