What 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 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 MoreWork, marriage, parenting, being a good person— it’s all exhausting. Sometimes it feels like the thing we’re called to do is sucking the very life out of us. What does God say about our weakness? When we feel depleted, is there hope that strength will be restored?
Read MoreThe bones of our skeletal system form a framework that holds us up. Without it, our bodies would have no defined shape and would not be able to move or function. When we experience distress, our strength is drained and our hearts feel faint. What is the spiritual framework that keeps us standing?
Read MoreWhen self-confidence is low, we tend to doubt our abilities and second-guess our decisions. It’s normal to face shifting life roles and hard circumstances, but can we face them with our confidence in tact? Can confidence be learned? Let’s explore the most compelling example of confidence the Bible and find out if we have what it takes to follow it.
Read MoreDo you struggle with feeling unsure of yourself? Do you wish you could be a more confident person? Explore the difference between Christ-like confidence and worldly confidence, and discover what it looks like for God to develop confidence within you.
Read MoreApproximately thirty years was all that sat between Jesus’ resurrection and Paul’s letter to the Philippians. So much had changed in the world—and in Paul— within those decades; yet thirty years seems like nothing compared to the centuries between then and now. What did Paul say about God’s provision in his letter and how does it affect you and I today?
Read MoreLiving with the feeling that we don’t have enough is called scarcity. When we’re stuck in a scarcity mindset, our lives are negatively impacted, and even our ability to think and make decisions is effected. The needs in our lives don’t have to drive us toward a mindset of scarcity and fear.
Read MoreWhen trials come, how do we respond? Is it true that trials make us stronger? Life holds a vast array of troubles for us— an endless assortment of heartache, temptation and suffering. Trials of many kinds is how James describes it in the Bible. Like the roots of a tree, joy stabilizes us in the storms of life. What does it look like in real life to face trials with joy?
Read MoreHaving a full tank feels good. Emptiness on the other hand… not so much. But this is the way God designed things to be. He uses these polarities to show us our need for Him. Jesus is very clear about it: He sees our emptiness and He wants to fill us with His joy!
Read MoreAll kinds of hard things come out of nowhere— from dogs puking up socks to tragic loss. Even the sweetest moments of life have some bitter in them. Is it possible to be a joyful person when my emotions are all over the place?
Read MoreHave you ever questioned God? Yelled at Him? Maybe you’ve felt confused at God’s way of doing things. It’s a helpless place to be when you think you know what’s best, but God seems to be doing the opposite. Is it possible to experience joy when you’re at the end of your spiritual rope?
Read MoreIs life feeling a bit out of balance right now? Dancers use a specific technique to maintain balance and aesthetic precision when they turn. You might be surprised to learn that their method is in the Bible! What’s the secret to keeping our steps secure? Let’s find out!
Read MoreWhen it comes to providing security for ourselves and our loved ones in this unpredictable world, there’s a thin line between foresight and fear. Has your careful planning crossed over into compulsion? God’s word powerfully sheds light on this for us and reminds us that it is not ourselves but our unchanging God who secures our safety.
Read MoreDo you desire to be a person who speaks faith-filled, beautiful words into the world? Whether it’s in a text or on a walk, when you speak timely, refreshing gospel-truth to others, not only are they uplifted, but you bloom. It’s one of the ways you radiate God’s beauty.
Read MoreAm I beautiful? It’s a question we ask throughout our whole lives, sometimes verbally, sometimes subconsciously. What does the Bible say about true beauty? We may assume there are parts of us that disqualify us from possessing it, but exploring what God says about beauty can give us a surprising sense of confidence.
Read MoreWhere does beauty come from and how can I get more of it? Here’s the thing. We struggle to feel beautiful because we forget where our beauty comes from. Focusing on outward appearance or searching within ourselves won’t get us very far, but gaining our understanding of the greatness and beauty of God will make all the difference.
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