If life is a journey, what’s our destination and why is the road so difficult? Psalm 84 helps us to identify where we’re going, and it leads us to acknowledge the travel conditions on the journey, even the unfavorable ones. This beautiful psalm also gives us reasons to keep moving forward because, let’s face it, sometimes we wonder if it’s worth it to keep going. Let’s explore 5 reasons to keep moving forward from Psalm 84.
Read MoreIf you need a message of hope today, this is for you. The storm in your life will not be the end of you. You will remain poised, standing, a symbol of God’s strength and stability because— here it is— the same God who created palm trees to withstand the fiercest of storms has also created you.
Read MoreWe try to follow Jesus but we’re clumsy along the way. We find ourselves frazzled and divided, needing more than ever to experience the grace and peace that our hearts are hungry for. But what is grace? What is peace? Take a moment to discover the biblical meaning of grace and peace and to think deeply about what these characteristics tell us about who God is.
Read MoreSurrendering to God is hard. Why should I live a lifestyle of surrender to God? How do I know if I’m living a surrendered life? Jesus’ words provide a clear definition of surrender to the Father’s will. Here’s a brief reflection on surrender after a weekend retreat with a group of strangers.
Read MoreIf there’s a difference between telling a lie and being a liar, then there’s also a difference between giving thanks and being thankful. Knowing your identity is key. Take your eyes off your circumstances for a moment today and remember that, through the gospel, you’re becoming a person who is marked by thankfulness.
Read MoreFocusing on everything that’s going wrong comes naturally, but that’s not God’s best for us. Is it possible to fire off different neurons in our brains and change our thought patterns? Let’s look at what the Bible says about God’s will for our lives and discover a key to walking gracefully through the highs and lows.
Read MoreWhen words of gratitude seem too basic, what do you do? Sometimes we feel like we have to offer something fancy to God in return for all His goodness toward us, but we’ll be relieved to discover that this isn’t true. Let’s look at what Psalm 100 teaches us about giving thanks.
Read MoreCleaning up a potty mess can be an emotionally charged moment for mama! Let’s look at two emotionally heated accounts in the life of Jesus and find a common thread in both. Is there a key to dealing with the stresses and struggles of life?
Read MoreOften our circumstances prevent us from seeing how God is at work around us. When things are unclear, a veil covers our spiritual eyes and we’re unable to see God. Is it possible to experience the freedom of seeing clearly? Explore what the Bible says about it and be encouraged!
Read MorePressure to be the perfect mom, wife, student, employee or leader is overwhelming. Is God looking for perfection from us? Explore what the Bible says about our efforts to earn God’s favor and remind your heart what you’ve been freed from.
Read MoreAfter spending more than half his life in prison, Adnan Syed was set free when a Baltimore judge vacated his conviction in September 2022. What did it feel like to walk out of prison and into a life of freedom after all hope had been lost? Explore what the Bible says about our new identity in Christ and the reality that we too have been set free.
Read MoreWhat is a modern definition of freedom and how does it fit into a biblical context? Is there a difference between our sense of personal freedom and the true freedom that the gospel provides for us? Let’s explore what true freedom means and how it plays out in real life.
Read MoreHave you ever wanted to do the right thing but felt powerless to fight against temptation? This is what Jesus addresses in John 8 when he compares our relationship with sin to slavery. Let’s explore what a raccoon from a classic children’s book can show us about our freedom from sin through Jesus.
Read MoreWho is the person that might be understanding more about God’s character because of you? The patience you show, the love you give, the order you keep— it all reflects God’s beauty. But sometimes we feel like the work we do isn’t adding up to much. Explore what God’s word says about staying steady in our mission!
Read MoreOne minute you’re catching up on emails, the next minute you’re thinking about how hungry you are, the lunch appointment you have tomorrow at that place with the amazing baked goods, and the fact that you still have 10 lbs to lose! Our minds seem to be built to wander. What does the Bible say about keeping our minds steady, and can it really have an impact on our thought life?
Read MoreA women who trusts Jesus knows her goal is to glorify Him, enjoy His goodness here on earth, and spend eternity in His all-satisfying presence. But in real life, temptation is strong, and even the best of us drift off-course. How do we respond when we’re corrected? What does the Bible say about having a steady spirit that remains faithful to God?
Read MoreNear the equator, the earth spins on its axis at about 1,000 miles per hour. It’s as if all the movement happening under our feet symbolizes all the movement happening in our lives. Some days feel overwhelming, like there’s too much shifting and changing for our hearts to possibly feel steady. With all the changes we face, how does God’s word help us become more balanced, steady women?
Read MoreRude, self-seeking, keeping track of all the wrong things done against us — these are things we don’t have to be taught. Love, on the other hand, is a different story. The more we learn and accept God’s patient love for us, the more we’re able to give it away to others. What does it mean to love long?
Read MoreThe world offers mixed signals about love. We worship the idea of it, but actually living it out is another story. Broken relationships, dysfunctional families and ugly scandals abound. How does the Bible define God’s love and how can we allow it to stabilize us in an unstable world?
Read MoreSome days, hearing “Jesus loves you,” doesn’t warm our hearts. In fact, the familiar words can seem deflated of meaning. Remind yourself of what God’s love is— and what it’s not— by exploring 1 John 4. It will reset the atmosphere of your heart and empower you to love others well.
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