How do you define joy? Sometimes, joy feels impossible due to the uncertainty we live in. Statistically, 1 in 4 adults report symptoms of anxiety and depression. But the good news is that joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit that does not rely on our circumstances!
Read MoreSpring is in the air, and it evokes memories of early mornings filled with cleaning supplies and the unmistakable scent of Pine Sol. If raised like me, you know the drill – spring cleaning has arrived! At the break of dawn, my mother would launch into action, armed with a ladder, bucket, and mop.
Read MoreWe cannot serve Jesus without following Jesus in full obedience. We lay aside our wants and preferences to become obedient to Him. God does not want partial obedience; He wants full and complete obedience. We cannot cherry-pick the commands we want to obey and simply ignore the rest.
Read MoreWhat is grace? It's by the grace of God that we are saved and can go to heaven (Eph 2:8), but how is grace in operation in our lives daily?
Read MoreWhen God calls you to do something, many times in the natural, it logically doesn’t make sense. It may even seem crazy! When we study the lives of people God used in the Bible, we’ll find that what God spoke for them to do was beyond their comfort zone, even crazy!
Read MoreHave you ever heard anyone answer, “How are you?” with the word “busy”? The percentage of people who describe themselves as having “not enough time” is the highest it has ever been.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered how you can see God show up in your life like he did for the people in the Bible? “So Joshua came, and all the people of war with him, against them by the waters of Merom suddenly, and fell on them. The Lord delivered them into the hand of Israel.” Joshua 11:7-8
Read MoreIn today's fast-paced world, where stress and chaos often dominate, it's crucial to intentionally cultivate love within ourselves and our homes. Our goal? To create sanctuaries where peace permeates every corner and love reigns supreme.
Read MoreIt’s February, so that means love is in the air and on everyone’s minds. Over the past couple of days of my Bible reading, the phrase “unfailing love” has jumped out at me in different scriptures. It was noted this phrase refers to the Hebrew word expressing the deeply significant, loyal love of God.
Read MoreDo you ever feel like something is working against you? Like you can't break beyond certain points or get out of certain patterns in your life? Well, what are the things you have been saying?
Read MoreSay these words out loud: “Jesus became poor so that through his poverty I might become rich.” Did you know you just directly quoted God‘s word from 2 Corinthians 8:9? That’s right, God desires, his children to walk in wealth and riches!
Read MoreSome of the most influential people in our lives are coaches. Think back to a time when you had a coach who worked to inspire you, motivate you, and keep pushing you, even when it didn’t look like you could win. That coach was helping you develop your mental toughness.
Read MoreDo you ever question your destiny and purpose? Do you wonder if you will ever succeed at what God has called you to do? God has a plan for every one of us, and it’s a good plan! Maybe you feel like what God is asking you to do is just too hard, or you’re not smart enough, strong enough, or spiritual enough to see it come to pass.
Read MoreStepping into a new year sparks a desire for growth, especially in our spiritual journey. One powerful way to ignite this growth is through prayer and fasting. This practice is not just about abstaining from food, it serves as a profound method to draw nearer to God, seeking divine guidance and wisdom in all our endeavors.
Read MoreThe New Year is a time of reflection, celebration, and anticipation. It marks the end of one year and the beginning of another, symbolizing a fresh start and new opportunities to step into the calling over your life from God. To me, the New Year is a time to look back on the past year’s accomplishments and challenges, to cherish the memories made, and to set new focuses for the future.
Read MoreIn the Bible, David is an excellent example of someone who worked what they had been given. Two keys in David's life that were critical to his success and making it to the top were his heart and his ability to focus on what God had called him to do.
Read MoreHave you ever prayed to be used by God for His purpose? Many times, we ask God to use us, but we don’t realize the full magnitude of that request. God’s plan for your life is often revealed in the form of a promise or a desire. God gives a promise not to tease or disappoint you with unfulfilled hope but to see it come to pass in your life.
Read MoreHave you ever received challenging news that tested the strength of your character? Maybe you learned that your spouse was diagnosed with a serious medical condition, or you missed out on a promotion at work. How did you respond?
Read MoreDo you remember being a little kid and believing your parents could do anything? You asked them for whatever you needed because you believed they had unlimited resources. You asked them to help you when you were scared because you believed that they could protect you and care for you.
Read MoreOne of our Heavenly Father’s primary modes of working in the world is through His people. It’s no wonder why the word “serve” in various forms appears throughout scripture over one thousand times. God has created each of us uniquely, fashioning every son and daughter with special gifts and attributes that lend to the service of others.
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