How can we allow God to be a relevant part of our family this Christmas? "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV Here are 7 Ways to Make God Real in the Home THIS Christmas: 1. We Talk about Our Experiences ...to Make God Real in Our Home. 2. We Pray Aloud ...to … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Make God Real in the Home THIS Christmas
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Not Too Busy
The problem is not time, it is "want to" when it comes to exercise. And that is an easy switch to flip. That doesn't automatically open time up in your schedule, I know. But perhaps you only need a shift in perspective! You are not too busy to add movement to your day...30 minutes a day will most certainly be a great way to jump into the holidays this year! Making Exercise a … [Read more...] about Not Too Busy
Upper Room
Why Jesus – Day 20 Today’s Devotional It's Passover and Jesus and His disciples don't have a place for Passover. In just a few hours, Jesus will be heading for the cross. But a man carrying a jug of water happens to have an Upper Room already ready for them. We can work by faith, trusting that Jesus will show up in our circumstances and participate in our actions done by … [Read more...] about Upper Room
Tools for Your Toolbelt
"This is the day that the Lord has made. Let us REJOICE and BE GLAD in it." Psalm 118:24 ESV With all the news happening this week, I wanted to give you some tools for your toolbelt to walk forward in faith, strength, freedom and peace. To do that, I wanted to highlight some of my favorite posts. Remember that Psalm 118:24 is a choice, rejoicing and being glad is a … [Read more...] about Tools for Your Toolbelt
Replacing Worry with Faith
As I write this post for the second time, I am reminded that God is good, He has a sense of humor and He'll test our words. Do we truly live out what we say? I wrote this article two days ago. My computer had started glitching a few days prior to me finishing the article. My mail would quit. I couldn't upload videos to my YouTube Channel. Photoshop would suddenly … [Read more...] about Replacing Worry with Faith
Tenacious Faith
Tenacious faith means that no matter what negative news or situation that comes your way, you will continue to hang onto hope despite all odds. The Gentile Woman’s story found in Matthew 15.21-28 (NLT) illustrates this unwavering faith. The woman’s daughter had been torturously demonized, and she would not give up hope that Jesus would heal her — even when He said He would … [Read more...] about Tenacious Faith
Jumping In: 5 Verses to Boost Your Faith
Jumping into Faith Remember as a little kid during the summer, you stood on the diving board staring down at the translucent water. You could see all the way down to the bottom of the 8-foot pool, and your young mind said, "This isn't possible. If you jump, you will fall and hurt yourself." However, your family and friends coaxed in reassuring voices, "It's okay! Just … [Read more...] about Jumping In: 5 Verses to Boost Your Faith
My Quiet Time: A Routine of 11
I have found that as I pray daily, I am more prepared when crisis hits. I also have greater sense of well-being after I've allowed God's goodness to pour over me. I don't have to wait until a problem occurs to enjoy time with God. My relationship with Him is deepened, and I'm filled with His goodness each new day as I rest in His presence. I have experienced times of deep … [Read more...] about My Quiet Time: A Routine of 11
