Have you heard this song before? It’s Hallelujah, written by Leonard Cohen. It’s a song that grips whoever hears it. It’s a disillusioned love song. But, there’s something about its lyrics that speak into something that we have all experienced but never share.
Read MoreWhen I read “love is not proud” in 1 Corinthians 13:4, my mind jumps to a quote from the beloved Jane Austen novel, Pride & Prejudice, when Mr. Darcy says “Vanity is a weakness indeed. But pride - where there is a real superiority of mind, pride will always be under regulation.”
Read MoreThe reality is everything that is made can be used for good or for evil. It is up to us how we use it.
Read MoreFor years now, girls from all over the world have emailed, shared stories on social media, and written blog posts about what God is doing in their life. That is a modern day saint - any girl who is simply trying to do the next right thing for God.
Read MoreTwo weeks ago, we had a discussion about 5 signs of a cult and being aware of what type of church you attend. There are many groups that are misleading or drawing people away from the church. However, there are equally a great number of churches that draw people to Jesus. It is important to recognize when you find a great church so you can plug in and be a part!
Read MoreAs I read through the book of Genesis, my heart would speed up when I came across a woman’s name. I was inspired by faith’s forefathers, but was eager to hear how women participated in establishing our faith foundation.
Read MoreThe heart is the most important organ in your body. Not only does it pump blood to the rest of the body, but it also holds the meaning of your existence. The heart is precious and deserves protection. After all, everything we do flows from our heart. So, we must keep our hearts pure, so our actions are pure.
Read MoreOur words are an overflow of our heart. When we are humble, our words will be loving and honest.
Read MoreWe can smile because God is the giver of joy. We can scream, knowing that there is no pain that God can’t handle. And we can cry out to God, knowing He is near, even when we don’t feel His presence. We can do all these because God is faithful and loves us fully.
Read MoreEveryday, mothers all around the world pack lunches in brown bags, plastic boxes, stainless steel containers or in fancy designer ones for their children. The boxes may look different, but they always contain a good dollop of love and care!!
Read MoreHave you ever felt backed into a corner? Wondering if there was a way to escape? Sometimes God allows us to be put into situations where His glory shows up.
Read MoreGone. Eighteen years of work gone. In fact, you can multiply that by four. Seventy-two years of work gone. Eighteen years per child. Sixteen years of high school homeschool documentation totaling more than at least ninety-six separate documents.
Read MoreAs each of us read this I wonder how we can carry this very same generosity, courage, and love into our own corners- our homes, families, and spheres of influence. With His grace we can!
Read MoreHappy Monday, friends! I have a mini quiz for you to start off your week: Does the idea of sharing your faith make you uncomfortable and anxious? Do you feel inadequate to share your faith because you don’t have the right education or an actual Bible degree? Have you ever felt the whisper of the Holy Spirit to speak up in conversation, but chickened out due to fear of judgment?
Read MoreTrust is a rare quality to find in our world right now. We have more distrust with the media, politicians, healthcare providers, scientists, and theologians than one may remember. I find myself not knowing who or what to believe anymore. And yet, I have peace. I have peace because I know my Engineer will remain constant always. God is the constant I can always trust.
Read MoreOur marriage covenant binds us together, uniting us in the most profound and beautiful way possible. Our vows were spoken in the presence of our family and friends, but most importantly, in the eyes of God. We know that God brought us together, understanding our pasts and preparing our future.
Read MoreJesus says that those who worship God must worship Him in spirit and in truth. Knowledge of God, which we most fully receive through Jesus and the Scriptures, leads to worship that glorifies Him.
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