In order to enjoy the present moment and the gifts it contains; we need to have balanced attitudes toward living life. Luke 10: 38-42 tells the story of Jesus’ visit to the home of two sisters, Mary and Martha. Martha was overly occupied and too busy (see Luke 10:40). But Mary sat down at Jesus’ […]
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Wearing Jesus
Galatians 3:27 says: “All of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” That verse tells us WE WEAR JESUS! And those who don’t believe in Jesus note what we do! People make decisions about Christ by watching us. When we are kind, they assume Christ is kind. When we are gracious, […]
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WHAT ARE BREATH PRAYERS?
Breath prayers combine two powerful tools that can help calm anxiety: the science of deep breathing and prayers of meditation on God’s Word. We often tend to separate science and faith as if they are contradictory forces at war with one another. But in reality, the science of the brain and body doesn’t contradict the […]
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Perfection – It’s a Trap!
Believing we must perform perfectly to be accepted is a snare of the enemy; it is not from God. I have lived in the performance-acceptance trap for many years because I was addicted to approval. I felt if I performed well, then God and others would accept me and approve of me. I did not […]
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Jesus Enjoys Giving
My two grandchildren, Isabella and Liam, live very close, and I am fortunate they visit often. One of their favorite activities is to check out Grandmom’s snack bag, which is just for them. I intentionally purchase new snack items they may have never had. They open their mouths wide whenever I ask them if they […]
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God’s Power Works Best in Weakness
I enjoy playing worship music in the kitchen for inspiration and company. I don’t usually listen intently, but my ears perked up when I heard the question posed by a honey-voiced announcer: “Who have you disappointed today?” Being a people pleaser, I made a list in my head. I didn’t get to the grocery store, […]
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GOD-DREAMS
Few things will bring joy to your life like knowing you’re following the dreams God has put in your heart. Even when the process is difficult, it’s worth it just to know you’re headed in the direction God has mapped out for you. If you’ve lost your joy lately, make sure you haven’t deviated from […]
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Most People Don’t but You Do
Ephesians 2:10 For we are His workmanship created in Christ Jesus for good work, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do. God has made each of us unique and in His image. When we feel different than those around us, God helps us remember that because we are. We’re intentionally unlike anyone […]
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Truth Filled Reminders, Happy New Year! 2023
As we stand at the end of one year and the beginning of a new one, let’s take some time to soak in these truth-filled reminders, one for each month, as you look back on 2022 and step into 2023. And, friend, trust that God is already there, working out all things for the good […]
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JOY is a Fruit of the HOLY SPIRIT.
Joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit, who lives in all believers. If Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior, His Holy Spirit lives in you and gives you the ability to go through every situation with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness(humility), and self-control. The fruit of the Spirit does not […]
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