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…
Discover God’s love, debunk misconceptions, curb discouragement, and find solace in the relatable nature of Jesus in our human experience. No temptation has overtaken you except something common to mankind, and God is faithful, so He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the…
Discover practical insights for navigating life’s unexpected twists by understanding His bigger picture when plans go awry. Have your plans been upset lately? Your family time at Christmas did not turn out as you hoped.The pregnancy test showed up negative again.Your child did not get into her first-choice college.The guy you thought might be “the…
We can be resolved to keep going and growing because the Lord has given us everything we need to grow in steadfastness, including His Holy Spirit, the very power of God. “For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with…
Are you ready to plan your new year with purpose? There are 6 simple steps you can take to overcome the hard and the busy. “In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) We are standing at the threshold of a new year. My heart is filled…
“The Lord is your Keeper.” Psalm 121:5a ESV Are you feeling overwhelmed or depleted this Christmas time? Take heart, dear friend. The Lord is your Keeper. God is keeping YOU as you care for the people He has placed in your life right now. He is upholding you as cook, clean, cultivate, plan, work, minister,…
From swaddled lambs to practical lessons, delve into the real story behind the manger, discovering profound truths for the holiday season. For the last couple of years, I’ve received copies of an essay about newborn lambs raised by shepherds outside Bethlehem. The essay stated that shepherds in ancient Israel looked for perfect lambs that could…
If you’re struggling to wait or trying to keep yourself busy to distract yourself from the waiting, perhaps there’s a better way. But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. (Isaiah…
Hosting a guesthouse has taught me many things and helped me get outside myself. Here are a few blessings about hospitality. “Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.“I Peter 4:9 Never say “never.” It’s been my motto for some time, and honestly, I should know better by now. Because from moving to Nashville – and…
How can we gain and maintain a Christ-centered perspective while living in a world opposite of His truth? Here are three present-day mindsets that rob us of that. “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of…
Our spiritual lives need to be fed in order to grow. What happens when we are taking in more than we can digest? How can we be transformed by Him? Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.Colossians 3:2 In this era, it’s easy for Christians to get pulled in different directions, making…
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