People are always looking for ways to improve themselves and the lives of their families, and usually a New Year resolution reflects that. If you’re searching for a resolution that will make a lasting difference in your life, look no further than strengthening your faith and deepening your relationship with the Lord. No matter how long you’ve been a Christian…
The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and memories that will last a lifetime. During the busyness of the Christmas season, it’s easy to let the stress of shopping, cooking, and planning get in the way of cherishing these moments. But it’s so important that we take the time to remember why we celebrate this joyous time of year
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…
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?
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.
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.
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!…
New Year’s resolutions are kind of a joke with people at this point. It almost seems like a requirement to make one (or a few), but most people recognize that…
1. Resist the tendency to live an isolated life. Resist the tendency to live an isolated life. Select a few individuals…not a lot. Nobody has a lot of intimate friends….
Have you ever struggled with feelings of worthlessness? Sometimes I think we forget that we’ve been created by a perfect God, loved by Him, and made for a purpose…
It’s easy for us to forget the little things matter. Like a phone call, text, letter…
If you have a gifting or a fondness for hospitality, you may have found yourself wondering if you’re ever going to be able to practice it again in our COVID-19 and post-COVID environment.
Being a good listener is an unusual and rare quality in people these days, but when you see it, you appreciate it. Listening is a skill that takes patience and…