“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 (BSB) We think. We feel. We act. We become. Because our thoughts accumulate and affect who we are in every area of our lives, we have to … Read More
Making Disciples at Home
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations… teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” – Matthew 28:19-20 I love the Great Commission! God has called us to make disciples of all nations, going out everywhere and telling others … Read More
The Joy of the Lord
“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalm 16:11 ESV The fullness of joy is found in one place only… In His presence!” … Read More
Filled with Joy
“You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; In Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore.” Psalm 16:11 Sometimes I just need more joy in my life. Don’t you? Joy doesn’t just happen … Read More
Get Your Happy On – 7 Tips for More JOY!
“Be very careful what you think. Your thoughts run your life.” Proverbs 4:23 Here are 7 tips for a joy-filled day: Pay attention to what you are paying attention to. Our brain is changing moment-by-moment based on what we … Read More
Remember the Sunshine
I remember how hard it was, many years ago, when we packed up and bid “farewell” to our youngest child, as he left for his senior year of college. Goodbyes are always so bittersweet. On one hand, I felt happy … Read More
Declaring God’s Word
“By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.” – Hebrews 11:3 I am awed at how something can come from nothing, simply by … Read More
You are a Daughter of the King
“And, “I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.””-2 Corinthians 6:18 Do you ever speak negatively about yourself? Do you put your sense of self worth in all … Read More
Speak Life Over Yourself
“And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God.”-1 Samuel … Read More
The Challenge of Taking Every Thought Captive
“Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” Philippians 4:4 Have you ever met another mom who was so full of joy that she radiated Jesus? I’ve had the pleasure of knowing such a woman, she just oozed … Read More
Joy: The Secret Weapon
“Count it all joy when you meet trials…” James 1:2 Brother James, what are you thinking? I don’t know about you, but when I am in a trial, joy is not my natural inclination. Instead, I respond like a toddler … Read More