We are naive and beauty obsessed people. Always have been, and probably always be. In today's world, we are pestered with images of what beauty should look like and how we can achieve it. Open any magazine and you'll see at least one article/info graphic/ad telling you how you can draw attention to yourself by the clothes you wear, how you do your makeup or even the way you walk/talk.
Read MoreSo when we make our heart Christ’s home, he wants to do likewise. Our heart is an abiding place that He decorates with comfort, beauty, and praise! He puts us on display for his glory!
Read MoreUnlike beauty and skincare products, God does what He says. We can rely on Him. We can look into Scripture and see what He promises; there is no fine print or expiration date. The Word of God will be effective through all seasons of our lives. As we change, age, and mature, it will meet all our needs.
Read MoreIf we say we worship God, Paul argues, we are to dress ourselves with good works. Again, we look like Christ, who went about doing good – and who gave His life and rose again in the ultimate act of good towards His enemies.
Read MoreThe circumstances in our life that we are confronted with on a daily basis has a tendency to define us; but when we daily roll the losses we encounter onto the shoulders of a God who loves us fiercely and intimately, we learn to walk in His strength and not our own.
Read MoreWhen we inevitably experience trials and pains in our lives, we may have wounds that others can not see. As time passes on, those experiences can lead to scars. When we let God heal and comfort us, those scars become beautiful reminders of God's protection and love.
Read MoreThis post got waylaid. I approached it in a light-hearted mood, ready to look at the silly fantasies advertisers tried to sell us in days past about homemaking. I ended up appalled.
Read MoreEven when we have sinned and are dirty, in God’s eyes, we are worth the same amount as the brand new iPhone just off the conveyor belt versus the used iPhone that needs a few Clorox wipes taken to it.
Read MoreThe Bible doesn’t say anything about dating. It talks plenty about marriage, but it doesn’t talk about who should make the first move, the proper texting etiquette, and the many other questions Christian women encounter. That is what today’s article is all about - three steps that unmarried Christian women can take to be in a better position to date this year.
Read MoreDiscouraging and condemning thoughts became my lifestyle and I began to view my circumstances through this lens. One small slip up was all it would take for condemning thoughts to come flooding in.
Read MoreIn 1 Peter, Peter talks about how we shouldn’t adorn ourselves with fancy things (I’m paraphrasing) but he basically tells us to be plain… but is wearing a braid crown and sparkly earrings really sinning against God? The easy answer is no, the more difficult answer is, it could be. Now, don’t get me wrong - I like looking put together, so should I feel guilty every time I get myself together and wear that pretty necklace and mascara?
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