I want to read a Scripture over you today, as we’re really stopping and thinking about being thankful. Honestly, there might be some of you that are like, “girl, I don’t have anything to be thankful for.” And I want to say…
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October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Chances are you or someone you know have faced this type of loss. People are sharing more openly in recent times, and it turns out it’s a much more common struggle for women, couples, and families than most of us realized.
This is a message we all need to drink in: it’s ok not to have it all together. How many of you feel like you have to have it together all the time? Like you can’t ever show weakness, or anything that’s not positive…
Isn’t that beautiful? It just makes us think about all the seasons the Lord gives us. That’s one of the many cool things about being in Ohio, we have all the seasons. To think about pulling out the pumpkins and getting the cider on the stove and the trees changing- it’s just a wonderful time to know that God is such an amazing artist, isn’t He?
Comparison is the thief of joy. This is one of the messages God has given me the mandate to tell the body of Christ because social media has changed the landscape of life. It’s amazing how you can be so content with where you are and so happy, but then all of a sudden awareness drives discontentment. Can you imagine …
Take some time to study the Word. What are the promises of God upon my life? What is the inheritance of a believer? When you are rooted in the Word of God, you can’t be easily shaken. I’m reminded by something- when the Lord came out of the wilderness and went to the synagogue, the first Scripture He read was…
Man, I just went through a really weird season, but an awesome season because I never really knew how to give voice to this, but I just hated myself. I never knew that was wrong, either. I knew that Jesus loved me, but I was never good enough for me.
In June, Lauren did a show all about forgiveness. She talked about how hard it can be, how necessary it is to our walk with Jesus, and what forgiveness is and isn’t.
These days we hear about new shortages almost every day, but we have more than enough things to disagree about- and not only with people outside the faith, but with our very own brothers and sisters in Christ.
You know how sometimes you’re feeling the stress of life more than usual, or you’re just in a funk? Everything is annoying you, and you just need a reset? You’ve heard to try deep breathing, take a walk, or talk to someone, but today we have a few unusual stress relief ideas to get you in a calmer state of mind.
Do you find it easy to be grateful, or do you find it easier to complain? Like many things in life, some people are more naturally thankful, and some are more naturally prone to grumbling, but living a life of gratitude is a learned behavior. It’s a lifestyle we can learn, practice, and benefit from all our days.
You might have a vague idea that being an encouraging person is nice or maybe you feel like it’s more for people with especially sunny personalities, but let’s dive a little deeper into what it means and what importance it holds. Let’s start with what the Bible says about encouraging others.
Summer is upon us! As adults, summer sometimes feels like just another season with no change in our routines- none of the excitement and possibility of the summers as a kid. Even though you might still have all of your grown-up responsibilities, why not add some interesting/festive activities into your weeks to make the season a little more fun and enjoyable! If you’d like to have a more kid-centric bucket list, check out Summer Bucket List (with kids).
It’s that time of year again! It’s almost summer and some of you will be with your (or someone else’s) kids all… day… long! We’ve compiled a summer bucket list to help beat boredom and make this a season of fun, learning, and memory making! And if you don’t have children in your life, never fear! The next blog will be a grown-up summer bucket list!
“I was just talking to my friend, Larry, about what it’s like when your parents sojourn to glory. My mom sojourned when she was way too young back in 2005, and then my dad passed away this past May, and I had the honor and privilege of being right there with both of them when they passed to glory. I just encourage you, when you’re with someone in their final hours, to just speak life over them, sing to them, stroke them…just help usher them from this world to the next glorious world, beautifully.” ~Lauren Kitchens
Do you ever feel like there are so many things going on in the world, you’re left frozen in fear about what to do? The best place to start is prayer. Don’t be discouraged by social media trolls who say, “Don’t bother praying, get out there and do something!” There is nothing more powerful than prayer, and in drawing close to God, He’ll lead you to what to do next. Here are a few suggested current events to start praying for, but add to this list anything the Lord lays on your heart.
Easter is next month, and while eggs and bunnies and chicks are fun and springy, you might find yourself longing for a more meaningful celebration.
I walked through the grocery store in the daze that seems to descend on your mind in the days after losing someone you love. I was a ball of emotion,…
Have you ever felt that you don’t have the necessary skills, knowledge, or confidence to be used by God? Great news- you’re in a good place to read today’s blog!…
