Encouraging Women to Passionately Pursue God
The cold wind whipped my open jacket. Frigid air fought through my thin sweater as I slammed the car door and hurried into the dark house. I busied myself, both lighting the room and attempting to boost my own spirits. I reminded myself to control my thoughts against the negativity that today’s situations had thrust…
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy- think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 (NIV) It was not a good situation. I bet you’ve been there. You had a plan. You had a vision for…
Recall when sadness stole your heart and whisked you off to a lonely, solitary state. Seeing people you care for brought a slow upturn to your mouth, but not your soul, Processing those deep, soul-shaking surprises and fires of this life often more than singe our souls. If we aren’t careful those experiences can harden…
When someone is hesitant to ask for help, here’s a Biblical response that spares his pride, but may sway him to allow for assistance.
That title sounds scandalous, doesn’t it? You might think I don’t value my kids highly enough or that maybe I’m self-centered. I think my three daughters (27, 23, and 18) would vehemently disagree. They’ve witnessed me go to bat for them. When one needed a medical appointment and we got the run-around for a few…
Years ago, I started a new job requiring significant technical knowledge of a specific software. I had never used it before and had a lot to learn! What I did know was something a bit similar, but I found over and over again that other knowledge mostly hindered my progress of learning the new program. The…
Christmas Day is over. Maybe like me, you still have lots of celebrating to do, but the greatest festivities are finished. As I sit quietly during the pre-dawn hours the day after Christmas, I thoughtfully reflect. I adore the stillness of my living room; with only the tree lights glowing and a balsam candle scenting…
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, ‘Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him.’” Matthew 2:1-2 The Magi knew the King…
“Blessed is she who has believed that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished.” Luke 1:45 How might Mary, Mother of Jesus be described? A young girl. A highly favored girl. A girl who desired to do God’s will. Mary has a beautiful song found in Luke 1:47- 55. “and my spirit…
Black Friday! The holiday season is in full swing! Christmas is coming! Christmas is coming. Does the thought of the approaching holidays increase your blood pressure? So much to plan. To do. Trying to keep everyone content, all the while maintaining the reason for the season? Maybe you, like me, have to fight a feeling…