Reflections of a Reluctant List Maker
My mother was a fan of list-keeping. Both a hobby and an art form, she raised a simple tool for organization to a sacred practice, bringing us all closer to God.My mother lived by THE LIST, which was clamped to our harvest gold side-by-side fridge with a magnet. THE LIST was filled with items to buy, errands to run, and events to attend. I did not inherit my mother's organizational DNA...
Do You Have Spiritual ADD?
Distractions often keep us from focusing on God. Our minds wander. We wonder why our relationship with God feels distant.In addition to busy schedules and heavy work loads, distractions come in many forms. Some distractions are external to our environment and lifestyle. Others are internal, rooted in our thinking and emotions. Find practical tips for staying focused in your Bible reading as well as encouragement to trust God to develop your spiritual concentration.
When You’re Afraid Your Gift Is Not Good Enough
Why do we struggle to be bold when it comes to using our gifts? How many times have we taken a deep breath, fighting the urge to duck and cover, to hold back when it comes to using our gifts? At times, hesitant to even speak our mind or express...
Will You Choose Life Today?
In this moment I have a choice: I tackle the project on my own or trust God will work with me in the challenge. Today I'm choosing life. Our days offer more choices than we can count. The most important choices we make bring us into relationship with God.
How to Break the Chains of Worry in Your Life
Anxiety wears many faces: apprehension, nervousness, worry, fear, and panic. It robs us of peace, making it hard to concentrate on simple tasks, make decisions, and stand firm in faith. Regardless of the cause, worry will become a prison if we do not learn powerful strategies to break the chains of toxic thinking.
How to Do Battle Together by Encouraging One Another
It had been a long, hard day and by now the toll of it was beginning to show on my face. I tried to hide it but my silence said more than I was willing. I figured if I didn’t say anything, she wouldn’t notice.
Inspire Your Heart to Hope + Printable Easter Poem
Be inspired by this short Easter poem to focus your heart on the power of hope. This Easter let your hope rise as you embrace the resurrection of Jesus. Today and every day, Christ in us is our hope of Glory. Enjoy the printable version of the poem to share with a friend.
Overcome Three Problems of Careless Listening
My thoughts scramble like a herd of cats in my head, each one going a different direction. Too late, I realize I'm half-listening to those around me. We listen to the conversations around us and we listen to the rattle of the words in our heads. Overcome three problems of careless listening.
When You Are Desperate to Be Forgiven
When you are desperate to be forgiven, reject the lie that what you have done cannot be forgiven. Find encouragement in the story of a brave woman who washed Jesus' feet with her tears.
