Walking with God
Battling Between Mentality and Spirituality
For months now, I’ve found my mentality at odds with my spirituality. While my walk with the Lord remains steadfast, my mission has felt a bit wobbly. As followers of Jesus Christ, we're called to share the Good News (Matthew 28:19 ). I find joy in learning about...
Finding Clarity in Decision-Making
Do you have a decision to make? When the story of Jesus’ birth is read, we often read from the book of Luke. Yet, today I was led to read the brief synopsis captured in Matthew. In these verses (Matthew 1:18-23), Joseph found himself in a predicament. He thought he...
His mercies begin afresh each morning
Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. Lamentations 3:23 As I stepped through my front door, I could feel the goosebumps well up on my skin. I’m so excited for this breath of coolness that has come our way. As I’m standing there in my...
“I am leaving you with a gift ~peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27 Prayer: Sweet Jesus, only You can give me the peace that calms my mind and heart. I read these words and take a...
Comfort and Confidence through Scripture and Prayer
Troubles and trials will come our way (John 16:33). When those times arise, we often find ourselves crying out to Jesus. I want to encourage you to not just call on Him when you feel frantic, yet make conversing with God a daily...hourly...every moment type of habit....
Jesus is ALL this!
One day Naomi said to Ruth, “My daughter, it’s time that I found a permanent home for you, so that you will be provided for.” NLT Ruth 3:1 After reading verse one from my NLT version of my tangible page turning bible, I paused, pondered, and wrote the words,...
When things looks bleak…Jesus is with you.
Calmness. Do you need some in your life? I unintentionally woke up early (2:30am), and decided to pray and read scripture on calmness. Well, I only got one story in before I was led to camp on these verses for the next two hours. Join me, as I was reminded that when...
fall more in love with the bible
Ruth: Before Holly and I began reading chapter two of the book of Ruth aloud, I had said a silent prayer for small words to become relevant. Boy oh boy, did God answer my prayer. The words, the characteristics, and the imagery all remind me of who Jesus is, and a few...
Doing life, and learning along the way.
I love how God works. Recently, Holly mentioned how she wants to start studying the book of Ruth. About a week later, I found out that Ruth is going to be the topic of conversation at a bible study that I attend. When I informed Holly, I invited her. She wasn’t too...
Football, Feuding, and Faith
Rivals. It’s football season and that means for many, team colors are worn, people gather to cheer on their team from either their home, the stands, or a gathering place, and (if you’re like some in my family) trash talking begins regarding the opposing team or even...
Faithfully Fearless (Religion vs Relationship)
On a recent trip to Portugal, my heart sank and ached when one of our tour guides informed me of their belief. Yet, another guide left me with sweet hope. For me, there is a difference between having a relationship with Jesus Christ and being religious/ or having...
How does your temple/sanctuary compare?
Portugal is filled with elaborate and ornate churches, religious statues, and ruins of isolated churches from ancient days. The beauty of so many European churches are always impressive to observe. There are times when I walk in and can feel a presence of peace, and...